Bicheno in December
So, what's Bicheno actually like in December? In a word: mild. It's summer, and the days are averaging 20.5 degrees.
Daytime highs average 20.5 degrees, dropping to 12.5 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. That's solidly pleasant territory. Great for being outdoors.
At 20.5 degrees, December runs 3.6 degrees above Bicheno's annual average of 16.9 degrees.
The rain data says 69mm over 8 days. A decent amount, but not relentless.
Solar exposure averages 24.4 MJ/m2 per day in December, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
Our Comfort Score rates December at 8.2/10. That's about as good as it gets.
For your suitcase: layers you can peel on and off, waterproof gear, and SPF 50+ sunscreen and a hat.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Bicheno in December with another destination.
December at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in December. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- A light rain jacket just in case
- High SPF sunscreen (50+), sunglasses, and UV-protective clothing
Coming From Overseas?
How December in Bicheno stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 12 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 14 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 8 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
How December Compares
Bicheno's monthly climate at a glance. December is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20.8 | 13.7 | 67mm | 8.1 |
| Feb | 22.2 | 13.7 | 42mm | 9.6 |
| Mar | 20.6 | 12.7 | 33mm | 8.1 |
| Apr | 17.2 | 10.0 | 71mm | 4.8 |
| May | 14.4 | 8.6 | 66mm | 1.9 |
| Jun | 11.7 | 7.4 | 63mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 11.8 | 6.1 | 125mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 14.5 | 8.1 | 52mm | 2.3 |
| Sep | 15.0 | 7.5 | 64mm | 3.3 |
| Oct | 16.3 | 8.5 | 49mm | 5.1 |
| Nov | 18.0 | 10.9 | 121mm | 5.4 |
| Dec | 20.5 | 12.5 | 69mm | 8.2 |