Mount Cook Village
December
Weather in Mount Cook Village for December 2026
Your guide to Mount Cook Village weather in December - trends and predictions
Mount Cook Village typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 6 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Mount Cook Village at the beginning of December is 9.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 8.7 °C by the end of December.
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13
Dry days
12
Rainy days
6
Snow days
9°/2°
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16 km/h
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86 %
Avg humidity
Mount Cook Village Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Mount Cook Village
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December weather in Mount Cook Village day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Light sleet | 7° /1° | 23.6 mm | 4.6 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 9° /1° | 18.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 11.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. |  Light rain | 10° /3° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 2.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /3° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. |  Heavy rain | 10° /1° | 43.6 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /1° | 9.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /0° | 9.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. |  Light snow showers | 7° /1° | 2.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /1° | 4.5 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Heavy rain | 9° /2° | 29.8 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| 15 Dec. |  Light sleet showers | 8° /2° | 34.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /0° | 12.1 mm | 5.7 cm | |
| 17 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /-2° | 9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /-1° | 12 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /1° | 3.3 mm | 1 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /2° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 13.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /5° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Heavy rain | 10° /6° | 28.6 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Heavy rain | 9° /4° | 34.7 mm | 7.4 cm | |
| 26 Dec. |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 8° /2° | 12 mm | 7 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate rain | 9° /4° | 10 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /3° | 12.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 31 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 9° /2° | 14.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Mount Cook Village 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 Mount Cook Village forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Mount Cook Village in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Mount Cook Village during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Mount Cook Village during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 370.7 mm is expected in Mount Cook Village during December, occurring over more than 12 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Mount Cook Village in December 2026?
Mount Cook Village experiences an average snowfall of 32.4 cm during December, occurring over 6 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Mount Cook Village during December?
The average wind speed in Mount Cook Village during December is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Mount Cook Village snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Mount Cook Village sees 6 snowy days during December, with approximately 32.4 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Mount Cook Village
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Typically, Mount Cook Village has 12 rainy days in December with a total of 370.7 mm of rainfall.
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