Mild
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
December verdict
Auckland, New Zealand in December
Weather score52Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.2h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 89mm, so some wet days are possible.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
22°C
Rain
89mm
Sun
7.2h
Sea
19°C
Weather score
52
Mixed
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 89mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 7.2h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 19°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Auckland, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December22°C average high
December sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
December89mm average rain
December sits on the drier side of Auckland's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and September to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
December7.2 hours average sun
December is one of Auckland's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
December19°C average sea
December sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to April
Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
December52 weather score
December scores above Auckland's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
