New ZealandAverage weather for Nelson in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Nelson with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nelson with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 13°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 rise to around 22°C, with nights around 14°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 Nelson is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Nelson is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
In December, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Nelson in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
77 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 17 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit Nelson?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Nelson. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2022, Nelson reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Nelson, 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 Nelson
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nelson, 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 10 days of precipitation in Nelson.
Daily UV index in December in Nelson
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nelson, 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 Nelson over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nelson, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Nelson over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nelson, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Nelson
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nelson. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Nelson by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nelson. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
