Mackenzie District (Lake Tekapo)
December
Weather in Mackenzie District for December 2026
Your guide to Mackenzie District weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, Mackenzie District usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Mackenzie District at the beginning of December is 7.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 7.1 °C by the end of December.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
15
Dry days
12
Rainy days
4
Snow days
6°/0°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Mackenzie District Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Mackenzie District
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December weather in Mackenzie District day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Overcast | 8° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Overcast | 4° /-1° | 9.7 mm | 7 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /0° | 17.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /0° | 15.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /1° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 8° /0° | 58.9 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /-1° | 11.6 mm | 3 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 5° /-1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /-2° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /1° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /0° | 60.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 45 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /-3° | 11.7 mm | 7 cm | |
| 17 Dec. |  Cloudy | 6° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 17.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 3° /-2° | 4.4 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 21 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /0° | 19 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /3° | 18.5 mm | 4.4 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 44.8 mm | 11.2 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 5° /1° | 17 mm | 10.4 cm | |
| 27 Dec. |  Sunny | 7° /0° | 1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /1° | 7.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /1° | 12.4 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 31 Dec. |  Light freezing rain | 9° /1° | 1.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Mackenzie District in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Mackenzie District forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Mackenzie District in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Mackenzie District during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Mackenzie District during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 399.4 mm is expected in Mackenzie District during December, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Mackenzie District in December 2026?
Mackenzie District experiences an average snowfall of 11.14 cm during December, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Mackenzie District during December?
The average wind speed in Mackenzie District during December is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Mackenzie District snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Mackenzie District sees 4 snowy days during December, with approximately 11.1 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Mackenzie District
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Typically, Mackenzie District has 12 rainy days in December with a total of 399.4 mm of rainfall.
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