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Sea Temperature in Tauranga in December

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Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Pacific Ocean in Tauranga in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Tauranga. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Water Temperature Range in Tauranga in December
16°C
MINIMUN
19°C
AVERAGE
22°C
MAXIMUM
Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Tauranga
Water Temperature Chart for Pacific Ocean in Tauranga in December
Sea Temperature Table in Tauranga in December Over the Past Years
Day | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Average |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dec 1 | 17°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.8°C |
Dec 2 | 18°C | 17°C | 17°C | 18.0°C |
Dec 3 | 17°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.8°C |
Dec 4 | 18°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.8°C |
Dec 5 | 18°C | 17°C | 16°C | 17.8°C |
Dec 6 | 18°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18.0°C |
Dec 7 | 18°C | 17°C | 17°C | 18.0°C |
Dec 8 | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.3°C |
Dec 9 | 19°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18.3°C |
Dec 10 | 19°C | 18°C | 17°C | 19.0°C |
Dec 11 | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.8°C |
Dec 12 | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 18.5°C |
Dec 13 | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 18.3°C |
Dec 14 | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.8°C |
Dec 15 | 18°C | 17°C | 17°C | 18.0°C |
Dec 16 | 19°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.8°C |
Dec 17 | 18°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18.3°C |
Dec 18 | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.5°C |
Dec 19 | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.5°C |
Dec 20 | 18°C | 18°C | 18°C | 18.5°C |
Dec 21 | 18°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18.8°C |
Dec 22 | 18°C | 19°C | 19°C | 19.0°C |
Dec 23 | 18°C | 19°C | 18°C | 18.8°C |
Dec 24 | 19°C | 19°C | 19°C | 19.5°C |
Dec 25 | 19°C | 19°C | 19°C | 19.3°C |
Dec 26 | 18°C | 19°C | 20°C | 19.3°C |
Dec 27 | 18°C | 19°C | 19°C | 19.3°C |
Dec 28 | 19°C | 19°C | 20°C | 19.8°C |
Dec 29 | 19°C | 19°C | 20°C | 20.0°C |
Dec 30 | 20°C | 19°C | 21°C | 20.3°C |



Tauranga Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December
21°C
Average Day Air Temperature
12°C
Average Night Air Temperature
130 mm
Precipitation Amount per Month
10 days
Number of Rainy Days
15 hrs
Daylight
per Day
7 hrs
Sunshine
per Day
15 km/h
Average Wind Speed
79%
Average
humidity
Tauranga lies within the Bay Of Plenty in New Zealand. The average daytime temperature in Tauranga in December is 21°C (70°F), while the nighttime average is 12°C (53°F). There are typically 10 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 130 mm (5.1 inches). The daylight duration in December in Tauranga is 15 hours, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 15 km/h (9 mph), and the humidity level is around 79%.
The water temperature in Tauranga in December ranges from 17°C to 20°C (63°F to 68°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 18°C (64°F), shifting to 19°C (66°F) by mid-December and reaching 19°C (66°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Tauranga for December is 19°C (66°F). Very comfortable swimming conditions. The water is fresh but not too cold, and the air temperature is pleasant.
Sea Temperature in December in Nearby Cities
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Tauranga
What is the sea temperature in Tauranga in December?
The water temperature in the Pacific Ocean in Tauranga in December ranges from 17°C to 20°C (63°F to 68°F).
Is it possible to swim in the Pacific Ocean in Tauranga in December?
The average sea temperature in Tauranga in December is 19°C (66°F), and the air temperature is 21°C (70°F), so very comfortable swimming conditions. The water is fresh but not too cold, and the air temperature is pleasant.