New ZealandAverage weather for Canterbury in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Canterbury with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 13°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Canterbury with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Canterbury is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 57 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Canterbury in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
19°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
57 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Canterbury?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Canterbury. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Canterbury reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Canterbury
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Canterbury, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Canterbury
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Canterbury, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Canterbury.
Daily UV index in December in Canterbury
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Canterbury, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Canterbury over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Canterbury, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Canterbury over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Canterbury, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Canterbury
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canterbury. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Canterbury by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canterbury. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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