New ZealandThe weather in December in Kaikoura
It's pleasantly warm in December in Kaikoura with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Kaikoura. 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 Kaikoura, 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 32°C in 2019, Kaikoura reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Kaikoura
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kaikoura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Kaikoura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 74 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Kaikoura with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Kaikoura is around 20°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 10 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 Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura
Temperature in December in Kaikoura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura
Total precipitation in December in Kaikoura over the years
Daily UV index in December in Kaikoura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kaikoura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.