Weather forecast for the Te Araroa - Tararua & Kāpiti: Whanganui → Wellington in December

December brings varying weather conditions along the Te Araroa trail from Whanganui to Wellington. In Whanganui, expect a mix of sunny and rainy days with temperatures ranging between 13°C and 24°C. As the trail progresses through Manawatū, the weather includes moderate rain and overcast conditions, with similar temperature variations. The Kāpiti Coast experiences sporadic rain showers, with temperatures from 13°C to 22°C. Finally, in Wellington, the weather oscillates between sunny and rainy periods, with highs reaching up to 20°C.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Whanganui
End date
Dec 20
End town
Wellington
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
20
Total distance
344 km
Daily distance
17.2 km
Average high
19°C
Average low
13°C
Average precipitation
3.8 mm/day

Whanganui

The weather in Whanganui is characterized by frequent shifts between sunny and rainy conditions. Early on, there are days with moderate or heavy rain showers interspersed with sunny spells. Temperatures vary, with highs reaching 24°C and lows dropping to around 7°C. Rainfall is intermittent, reaching up to 36 mm on some days.

Manawatū

In Manawatū, there’s a fair amount of cloud cover and patchy rain possible throughout the month. Highs here are generally between 14°C and 26°C, with occasional heavy rain at times, creating a somewhat overcast environment, particularly in areas like Linton and Shannon.

Kāpiti Coast

The Kāpiti Coast sees a mix of overcast skies and patchy rain, with highs ranging from 14°C to 23°C. While sunny days occur, moderate rain is possible, leading to varied daily conditions.

Wellington

Finally, Wellington presents a combination of sunny and heavy rain days. While some days remain sunny and clear, others see moderate or heavy rain showers. Temperatures typically range from 14°C to 20°C, with rain showers dispersing over multiple days, affecting the trail experience.

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