Cool
Average highs are around 12°C, so pack for cooler days.
December verdict
New Zealand Subantarctic Islands, New Zealand in December
Weather score17Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 12°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 4.5h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 118mm, so some wet days are possible.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
12°C
Rain
118mm
Sun
4.5h
Sea
10°C
Weather score
17
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 118mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.5h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 10°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare New Zealand Subantarctic Islands, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December12°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
December118mm average rain
December sits on the drier side of New Zealand Subantarctic Islands' year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to March and June to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
December4.5 hours average sun
December is one of New Zealand Subantarctic Islands' sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and October to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
December10°C average sea
December is close to New Zealand Subantarctic Islands' yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJanuary to May and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 10°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
December17 weather score
December is close to New Zealand Subantarctic Islands' usual weather score, with limited month-to-month change.
Best weather monthsAll year
The weather score stays consistently strong through the year.