December weather forecast
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Waitakaruru, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.5°C (67.1°F) and min 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Temperature

December's onset records an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 19.5°C (67.1°F), a near match to November's 17.5°C (63.5°F). The temperature during December experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 15.5°C (59.9°F) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Waitakaruru.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout December, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Waitakaruru, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Waitakaruru, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Waitakaruru, New Zealand, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waitakaruru are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Waitakaruru?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Waitakaruru, is 19.5°C (67.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Waitakaruru?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Waitakaruru, New Zealand.

What is the average humidity in December in Waitakaruru?

In Waitakaruru, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Waitakaruru in December?

In December, in Waitakaruru, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout December, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Waitakaruru?

With an average of 14h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Waitakaruru.

What is the average length of the day in December in Waitakaruru?

The average day length in December in Waitakaruru, New Zealand, is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Waitakaruru?

On the first day of December in Waitakaruru, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Waitakaruru?

December has the most sunshine of the year in Waitakaruru, New Zealand, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waitakaruru?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Waitakaruru?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Waitakaruru, New Zealand.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Waitakaruru?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Waitakaruru is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Waitakaruru, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Waitakaruru, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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