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Nelson weather in December

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

December at a glance

In December, Nelson averages 22°C by day and 14°C at night. The wettest month is usually October.

December in Nelson averages a daytime high of 22°C and an overnight low of 14°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 Nelson sees roughly 1318 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 Nelson forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Nelson weather by month

what to expect in Nelson through the year

Here is Nelson'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 Nelson by season.

Jan
22°
15°
Warm
Feb
22°
14°
Warm
Mar
20°
12°
Mild
Apr
18°
11°
Mild
May
15°
Mild
Jun
14°
Cool
Jul
13°
Cool
Aug
13°
Cool
Sep
15°
Mild
Oct
17°
Mild
Wettest
Nov
18°
11°
Mild
Dec
22°
14°
Warm

Common questions

How warm is Nelson in December?
Nelson averages a daytime high of 22°C in December, with overnight lows around 14°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 Nelson?
The most comfortable time to visit Nelson is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Nelson in December?
The wettest month in Nelson is usually October. Across the year the city sees roughly 1318 mm of precipitation.

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