Auckland vs Wellington

Auckland and Wellington are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Auckland sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Wellington is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December.

Auckland reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Wellington averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Auckland receives approximately 93 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Wellington sees 68 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.