Weather in Rotorua in december 2025

The weather in Rotorua in the month of december comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout december

good weather

Weather at 6am
56°F

Clear/Sunny

21%

Partly Cloudy

15%

Moderate rain at times

14%

Weather at 12pm
70°F

Moderate rain at times

24%

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

13%

Weather at 6pm
65°F

Partly Cloudy

25%

Moderate rain at times

25%

Heavy rain

11%

Weather at 3am
54°F

Fog

46%

Moderate rain at times

20%

Clear/Sunny

12%

Heavy rain

11%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Rotorua in december

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Rotorua in december.

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The climate of Rotorua in december is good

The weather in december in Rotorua is wet (with 5.9in of rainfall over 8 days). The weather's not getting better compared to the previous month since in november there is an average of 4.8in of rainfall over 6 days.

The climate good in that locality this month. Temperatures are up to 72°F. On average, the recorded minimum temperature is 56°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in december in Rotorua is 63°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Rotorua in december with a maximum record of 85°F in 2018 and a minimum record of 40°F in 2014. You can plan to have about 28 days with temperatures above 65°F, or 90% of time.

On this month of december, day length in Rotorua is generally 14:48. Sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset is at 20:34.

With a correct weather, december is okay (but not good) to go in Rotorua.



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Rotorua in december

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are compiled from the weather statements of the last years of december.

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 63°F
Highest temperature 72°F
Lowest temperature 56°F
Highest record temperature 85°F
(2018)
Lowest record temperature 40°F
(2014)
Number of days at +86°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +65°F 28 day(s)
(90%)
Wind
Wind speed 15km/h
Wind temperature 56°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 5.9in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(24%)
Record daily rainfall 3in
(2013)
Other climate data
Humidity 93%
Visibility 7.78km
Cloud cover 52%
UV index 5
Daily sunshine hours 13
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:46
Time of sunset 20:34
Length of day 14:48
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How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Rotorua in december 2024:

01-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 67°F
02-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
59°F to 79°F
03-12-2024
Partly Cloudy
59°F to 79°F
04-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 83°F
05-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
61°F to 77°F
06-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 81°F
07-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 70°F
08-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 76°F
09-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 68°F
10-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 76°F
11-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 77°F
12-12-2024
Light rain
59°F to 63°F
13-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
61°F to 83°F
14-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 85°F
15-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 83°F
16-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 72°F
17-12-2024
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 63°F
18-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 65°F
19-12-2024
Cloudy
59°F to 72°F
20-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 76°F
21-12-2024
Light rain shower
58°F to 65°F
22-12-2024
Light rain shower
58°F to 72°F
23-12-2024
Partly Cloudy
56°F to 74°F
24-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
59°F to 83°F
25-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 77°F
26-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
56°F to 67°F
27-12-2024
Cloudy
59°F to 65°F
28-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 79°F
29-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 86°F
30-12-2024
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 81°F
31-12-2024
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 65°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in december

Cities near Rotorua:

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Whakatane in decembergood weather
Waihi Beach in decembergood weather
Hamilton in decembergood weather
Turangi in decembertolerable weather
Whangamata in decembergood weather
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Raglan in decembergood weather
New Zealand in december: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.

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Weather data for Rotorua in december:

Weather data for Rotorua for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Rotorua. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Rotorua can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Rotorua.


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