2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Auckland in December

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

December is an excellent time to visit Auckland. Auckland has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 20°C, lows of 15°C, and approximately 6 rainy days per month.

Avg High

20°C

Avg Low

15°C

Rainy days

6days

Daylight

14.7h

Is December a good time to visit Auckland?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:57 AM

Sunset

8:36 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 22°C 16°C 6 Excellent (best)
February 24°C 18°C 5 Excellent (best)
March 21°C 16°C 9 Excellent (best)
April 19°C 14°C 8 Good
May 17°C 12°C 11 Good
June 15°C 12°C 11 Good
July 14°C 10°C 10 Good
August 15°C 10°C 14 Wet
September 15°C 10°C 9 Good
October 17°C 13°C 10 Good
November 19°C 14°C 17 Wet
December 20°C 15°C 6 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to Auckland?

Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Auckland? +

December is typically Excellent for visiting Auckland, with average highs of 20°C and around 6 rainy days.

What should I pack for Auckland in December? +

With highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Auckland in December? +

Auckland typically sees around 6 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Auckland in December? +

In December, Auckland gets approximately 14.7 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Auckland? +

Yes, December is peak season in Auckland. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Auckland? +

The best months to visit Auckland are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Pacific/Auckland)

Last Updated: January 2026

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