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New ZealandThe weather in December in Nelson
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.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Nelson. 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 Nelson, 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 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.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
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.
December weather comparison
| Nelson | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 77 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 17 days |
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.
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.
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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 Nelson, 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 Nelson
Temperature in December in Nelson over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Nelson, 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 Nelson
Total precipitation in December in Nelson over the years
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.
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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.