Verdict: Good month
Auckland Weather in December
December hits the sweet spot in Auckland — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 15 days, so build flexibility into plans. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Auckland.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
16°C / 61°F
Rain days
~15
Precipitation
112 mm
What to pack for Auckland in December
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 15 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Auckland: Jan (23°C / 73°F) · Coolest: Jul (15°C / 59°F) · Wettest: Nov (~17 rain days)
23°
17°
Jan
23°
18°
Feb
21°
16°
Mar
20°
15°
Apr
17°
12°
May
16°
11°
Jun
15°
10°
Jul
15°
9°
Aug
16°
11°
Sep
17°
12°
Oct
19°
14°
Nov
21°
16°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)