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New ZealandThe weather in December in Christchurch
It's pleasantly warm in December in Christchurch 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.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Christchurch. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Christchurch, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Christchurch 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.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather in December for Christchurch
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Christchurch. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Christchurch | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 57 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Christchurch with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
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 Christchurch 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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Christchurch, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Christchurch
Temperature in December in Christchurch over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Christchurch, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Christchurch
Total precipitation in December in Christchurch over the years
Daily UV index in December in Christchurch
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Christchurch, 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.
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Average weather in Christchurch by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Christchurch. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.