Average weather for Dunedin in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Dunedin with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 11°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Dunedin with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 10°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 10°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 Dunedin is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Dunedin in December |
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20°C | 9°C | |
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23°C | 12°C | |
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17°C | -5°C | |
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59 mm | 133 mm | |
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12 days | 17 days |
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 Dunedin?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Dunedin. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2015, Dunedin reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Dunedin
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Dunedin, 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 Dunedin
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Dunedin, 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 12 days of precipitation in Dunedin.
Daily UV index in December in Dunedin
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Dunedin, 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 Dunedin over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Dunedin, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Dunedin over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Dunedin, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Dunedin
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dunedin. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Dunedin by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dunedin. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.