What is the weather like in Hamilton in December?

Expect temperatures between 13°C and 21°C with 28% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Hamilton in December?

Hamilton in December scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Hamilton in December?

December in Hamilton is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Hamilton Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

21°C

Hottest around day 21

Avg Low

13°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

21days

28% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.269

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Remote

5/ 100

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Health & Safety Advisory

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to New Zealand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to New Zealand.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in New Zealand.If rabies exposures occur while in New Zealand, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Hamilton?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

December delivers Hamilton's best weather - 21°C days, rare rain (28%), and comfortable 78% humidity. Book accommodation early as this is well-known as an excellent period.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

26 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Ideal temperature range

21.3°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

10.7h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

77% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Hamilton in December averages 21°C with 28% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Hamilton in December

What are the temperatures in Hamilton in December?

Daytime highs average 21°C, nights drop to 13°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Hamilton in December?

Expect around 21 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Hamilton in December?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is December peak season in Hamilton?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Hamilton Weather in December

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