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Napier weather in December

Long-run climate averages for Napier, New Zealand in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

December at a glance

In December, Napier averages 23°C by day and 15°C at night. The wettest month is usually January.

December in Napier averages a daytime high of 23°C and an overnight low of 15°C, which reads as warm for this part of the world. It is among the three warmest months of the year here. Across the whole year Napier sees roughly 1134 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Napier forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Napier weather by month

what to expect in Napier through the year

Here is Napier's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Napier by season.

Jan
22°
16°
Warm
Wettest
Feb
23°
16°
Warm
Mar
21°
13°
Mild
Apr
20°
12°
Mild
May
17°
10°
Mild
Jun
15°
Mild
Jul
14°
Cool
Aug
14°
Cool
Sep
17°
Mild
Oct
19°
10°
Mild
Nov
20°
12°
Mild
Dec
23°
15°
Warm

Common questions

How warm is Napier in December?
Napier averages a daytime high of 23°C in December, with overnight lows around 15°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit Napier?
The most comfortable time to visit Napier is usually February, March, April and May, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Napier in December?
The wettest month in Napier is usually January. Across the year the city sees roughly 1134 mm of precipitation.

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