The climate in Waipawa during December can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
December is in the summer in Waipawa and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 10°C (49°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 20.2°C 68.4°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.6°C 49.3°F |
| Average temperature | 14.9°C 58.8°F |
| Daily sunshine | 6.9 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 81 mm 3.2 ins |
| Rainy days | 9 days |
| Sea temperature | 15.8°C 60.4°F |
| Humidity | 73% |
| Windspeed | 13.7kph 9 mph |
On average December is the 5th driest month of the year in Waipawa with around 81mm 3.2 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.9 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 Waipawa in December 2025.
Best places to visit in December
| Hottest month: | January | 21.8°C 71.2°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | February | 60mm 2.4ins |
| Sunniest month: | February | 7.2hrs |
| Coldest month: | July | 10.6°C 51.1°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 158mm 6.2ins |