Weather in Nelson Lakes in december 2024

The weather in Nelson Lakes in the month of december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for all the month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout december

tolerable weather

Weather at 6am
58°F

Clear/Sunny

23%

Moderate rain at times

20%

Cloudy

18%

Weather at 12pm
65°F

Moderate rain at times

23%

Partly Cloudy

17%

Heavy rain

16%

Weather at 6pm
63°F

Moderate rain at times

28%

Partly Cloudy

16%

Heavy rain

14%

Weather at 3am
58°F

Moderate rain at times

26%

Clear/Sunny

25%

Partly Cloudy

23%

Heavy rain

17%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Nelson Lakes in december

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Nelson Lakes in december.


The climate of Nelson Lakes in december is tolerable

In december in Nelson Lakes, the climate is wet (with 12.3in of precipitation over 12 days). The situation is deteriorating compared to the previous month since in november there is an average of 9.9in of precipitation over 11 days.

The climate is fairly cool in that locality the month of december, but it is tolerable when dressing cosy. The thermometer averaged maximum of 65°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 58°F. Thus, the mean temperature average on this month of december in Nelson Lakes is 61°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Nelson Lakes in december with a maximum record of 76°F in 2012 and a minimum record of 47°F in 2014. You can expect to have about 15 days with temperatures over 65°F, or 48% of time.

In december in Nelson Lakes, the days on average last 15:13. Sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset is at 21:01.

With a correct climate, the month of december is okay (but not good) to go in this locality in New Zealand.



December: another location in New Zealand?

If you want to go to New Zealand in december, there are destinations with better weather than Nelson Lakes:

In december, Porangahau and Hastings have perfect weather.

Furthermore, Auckland, Christchurch, Rotorua, Wellington, Tauranga and Abel Tasman National Park have good weather.

more information about New Zealand's weather in december



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Nelson Lakes in december

Check below seasonal norms These datas are generated from the weather statements of the last years of december.

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 61°F
Highest temperature 65°F
Lowest temperature 58°F
Highest record temperature 76°F
(2012)
Lowest record temperature 47°F
(2014)
Number of days at +65°F 15 day(s)
(48%)
Wind
Wind speed 20km/h
Wind temperature 58°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 12.3in
Number of days with rainfall 12 day(s)
(39%)
Record daily rainfall 5.9in
(2010)
Other climate data
Humidity 88%
Visibility 8.86km
Cloud cover 49%
UV index 5
Daily sunshine hours 14
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:48
Time of sunset 21:01
Length of day 15:13
Our opinion about the weather in december
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable


How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Nelson Lakes in december 2023:

01-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 59°F
02-12-2023
Light drizzle
54°F to 58°F
03-12-2023
Light rain
58°F to 59°F
04-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 61°F
05-12-2023
Cloudy
56°F to 61°F
06-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
54°F to 59°F
07-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 63°F
08-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 63°F
09-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 61°F
10-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
59°F to 63°F
11-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 59°F
12-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 59°F
13-12-2023
Light rain shower
54°F to 59°F
14-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 61°F
15-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 63°F
16-12-2023
Light rain shower
61°F to 61°F
17-12-2023
Moderate or heavy rain shower
61°F to 61°F
18-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 63°F
19-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 65°F
20-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 65°F
21-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
59°F to 68°F
22-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 65°F
23-12-2023
Moderate rain
59°F to 63°F
24-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
63°F to 67°F
25-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 67°F
26-12-2023
Patchy light drizzle
61°F to 67°F
27-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 65°F
28-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 67°F
29-12-2023
Light rain shower
61°F to 65°F
30-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
61°F to 65°F
31-12-2023
Light rain shower
59°F to 63°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in december

Cities near Nelson Lakes:

Westport in decembertolerable weather
Kaikoura in decembergood weather
Nelson in decembergood weather
Blenheim in decembergood weather
Abel Tasman National Park in decembergood weather
Greymouth in decembergood weather
Takaka in decembergood weather
Picton in decembergood weather
Hokitika in decembertolerable weather
Wharariki beach in decembergood weather
Christchurch in decembergood weather
Wellington in decembergood weather
New Zealand in december: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.

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Weather data for Nelson Lakes in december:

Weather data for Nelson Lakes for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Nelson Lakes. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Nelson Lakes can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Nelson Lakes.


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