The climate in Whangarei during December can be summarized as mild and damp.
December is in the summer in Whangarei and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 11°C (52°F) is normal.
Daytime temperature | 21.6°C 70.9°F |
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Nightly temperature | 11.2°C 52.2°F |
Average temperature | 16.4°C 61.5°F |
Daily sunshine | 7.1 hrs |
Avg rainfall | 101 mm 4 ins |
Rainy days | 14 days |
Sea temperature | 19°C 66.2°F |
Humidity | 80% |
Windspeed | 13.3kph 8 mph |
On average December is the driest month of the year in Whangarei with around 101mm 4 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 14 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Whangarei in December 2025.
Best places to visit in December
Hottest month: | February | 23.1°C 73.6°F |
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Driest month: | December | 101mm 4ins |
Sunniest month: | January | 7.6hrs |
Coldest month: | July | 14.1°C 57.4°F |
Wettest month: | June | 190mm 7.5ins |