Monthly climate guide
Wanaka weather in December
With highs near 16°C (61°F) and lows around 6°C (42°F), December feels mild in Wanaka. Rainfall averages about 115 mm (wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- December is Wanaka's third warmest month.
- Wanaka is usually about 2°C warmer than Te Anau, 140 km away, in December.
- December brings early summer to Wanaka — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
6°C
42°F
Rainfall
115 mm
wet
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
69%
cloud · often cloudy
Wanaka weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 44°F | 146 mm | 76% | 65% |
| February | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 44°F | 111 mm | 78% | 60% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 42°F | 108 mm | 81% | 60% |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 109 mm | 86% | 63% |
| May | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 131 mm | 91% | 64% |
| June | 5°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 107 mm | 94% | 59% |
| July | 4°C / 39°F | -2°C / 29°F | 134 mm | 94% | 62% |
| August | 6°C / 43°F | -1°C / 31°F | 96 mm | 91% | 63% |
| September | 8°C / 47°F | 0°C / 32°F | 107 mm | 86% | 62% |
| October | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 34°F | 145 mm | 83% | 70% |
| November | 13°C / 56°F | 3°C / 38°F | 121 mm | 80% | 69% |
| December | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 42°F | 115 mm | 77% | 69% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Wanaka?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Wanaka →Other New Zealand cities in December
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Wanaka in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Wanaka?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Wanaka, with highs around 16°C and about 115 mm of rain.
How warm is Wanaka in December?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 6°C (42°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Wanaka in December?
Wanaka typically gets around 115 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Wanaka (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.