Tauranga in December
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
14°CAvg low
12Rainy days (110 mm)
14:36 hDaylight
05:54Sunrise · 20:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±3.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 16°C | 86 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 23°C | 16°C | 97 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| March | 21°C | 15°C | 95 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 19°C | 13°C | 119 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 16°C | 11°C | 114 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| June | 14°C | 9°C | 128 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| July | 13°C | 8°C | 131 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 14°C | 8°C | 119 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 15°C | 9°C | 112 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 17°C | 11°C | 96 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.6 |
| November | 19°C | 12°C | 90 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 21°C | 14°C | 110 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Tauranga in December?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 14°C.
When is the best time to visit Tauranga?
The best months are February, January, March.