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Weather in Queenstown-Lakes District for December 2024

Your guide to Queenstown-Lakes District weather in December - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, December 2024 in Queenstown-Lakes District has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 17.5 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.3 °C).

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Queenstown-Lakes District with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 19.4 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Queenstown-Lakes District at the beginning of December is 17.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 21 °C by the end of December.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Queenstown-Lakes District experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 116.1 mm.

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Average dry days
4
Dry days
Average rainy days
27
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
18°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
12 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
71 %
Avg humidity

Queenstown-Lakes District in December average weather

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November
January
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Sunny
20°
2
Overcast
17°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
5
Patchy rain possible
18°
6
Patchy rain possible
16°
7
Patchy rain possible
18°
8
Partly cloudy
17°
9
Moderate rain at times
15°
10
Patchy rain possible
16°
11
Heavy rain at times
15°
12
Patchy rain possible
16°
13
Patchy rain possible
19°
14
Patchy rain possible
21°
15
Heavy rain at times
20°
16
Partly cloudy
18°
17
Patchy rain possible
19°
18
Partly cloudy
19°
19
Partly cloudy
19°
20
Patchy rain possible
18°
21
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
22
Patchy rain possible
19°
23
Patchy rain possible
19°
24
Patchy rain possible
24°
25
Patchy rain possible
23°
26
Patchy rain possible
21°
27
Partly cloudy
24°
28
Sunny
28°
29
Patchy rain possible
17°
30
Patchy rain possible
16°
31
Patchy rain possible
18°
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December weather day by day

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November January
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Dec. Sunny
Sunny
 20° /5° 0.6 mm 7
2 Dec. Overcast
Overcast
 17° /7° 2 mm 6
3 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /7° 7 mm 6
4 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /6° 4.4 mm 7
5 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /5° 4.5 mm 7
6 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 1.9 mm 6
7 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /5° 0.2 mm 7
8 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /6° 5.5 mm 6
9 Dec. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 15° /5° 7.3 mm 6
10 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /6° 1.9 mm 6
11 Dec. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /4° 4.3 mm 6
12 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /4° 1.1 mm 6
13 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /6° 2.6 mm 7
14 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /7° 1.6 mm 7
15 Dec. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 20° /7° 2.5 mm 7
16 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /7° 5.2 mm 7
17 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /7° 5.7 mm 7
18 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 19° /8° 1.4 mm 7
19 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 19° /7° 3.7 mm 7
20 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /8° 7.3 mm 6
21 Dec. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /8° 6.9 mm 6
22 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /7° 1.7 mm 2
23 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /7° 0.7 mm 1.7
24 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /7° 0.2 mm 3.2
25 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /9° 4.9 mm 2.3
26 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /10° 1.6 mm 2.3
27 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /11° 0 mm 0
28 Dec. Sunny
Sunny
 28° /14° 0 mm 8
29 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /11° 4.3 mm 6
30 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 1.3 mm 6
31 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /8° 0.2 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Queenstown-Lakes District in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Queenstown-Lakes District forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Queenstown-Lakes District in December - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Queenstown-Lakes District during December?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 18° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 116.1 mm is expected in Queenstown-Lakes District during December, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Queenstown-Lakes District during December?
The average wind speed in Queenstown-Lakes District during December is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Queenstown-Lakes District in December?

As you prepare for your trip to Queenstown-Lakes District in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Queenstown-Lakes District, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

December rainfall patterns in Queenstown-Lakes District

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UV exposure in Queenstown-Lakes District during December

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