December verdict

Hamilton (New Zealand), New Zealand in December

Weather score46Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.8h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 107mm, so some wet days are possible.

December weather

Monthly averages

Temp

22°C

Rain

107mm

Sun

6.8h

Sea

19°C

Weather score

46

Mixed

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Showers

Rainfall averages 107mm, so some wet days are possible.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 6.8h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 19°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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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.

December107mm average rain

December sits near Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.

Driest monthsJanuary to April and October to December

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

December6.8 hours average sun

December is brighter than Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.

Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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December19°C average sea

December sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.

Warmest seaJanuary to March

Sea temperatures are usually near 20°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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December46 weather score

December scores above Hamilton (New Zealand)'s yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.

Best weather monthsJanuary to March

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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