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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
68°F 20°C
57°F 13°C
4 in 9 cm
Jan
71°F 21°C
59°F 15°C
3 in 7 cm
Feb
72°F 22°C
60°F 15°C
3 in 8 cm
Mar
70°F 21°C
58°F 14°C
3 in 9 cm
Apr
66°F 18°C
53°F 11°C
4 in 9 cm
May
61°F 16°C
51°F 10°C
4 in 10 cm
Extended Forecast
Friday
Dec 25
Hi:
78°F 25°C
Lo:
59°F 15°C
Saturday
Dec 26
Hi:
77°F 25°C
Lo:
57°F 13°C
Sunday
Dec 27
Hi:
78°F 25°C
Lo:
59°F 15°C

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Puerta del Sol

5 of 5 stars
Wellington
Dec 20, 2009

Previously an exclusive purpose built luxury B &B now more accessible. Hosts very welcoming. Great location and atmosphere. 5 star rooms. Close to great classic NZ beach more

The Sebel Trinity Wharf Tauranga

3 of 5 stars
NEW ZEALAND
Dec 18, 2009

Stayed here for one day in a premium waterview room. When I rang the hotel direct I spoke to a lovely gentlemen Michael who was very accomodating and sourced the best deal that was available for the...more

Cafe Zeytin

5 of 5 stars
Tauranga, New Zealand
Dec 17, 2009

One of my favourite restaurants in Tauranga! You are never let down by the food no matter what different dishes you try, you can never go wrong. Friendly and helpful staff and waiters. Its not too...more

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  • Major features: Florence, wineries, art, cooking classes, cathedrals, countryside tours, beaches
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  • 7,945 TripAdvisor reviews of 744 accommodations, 25 attractions and 53 restaurants
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