December weather forecast
Alford Forest, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Alford Forest, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°C (56.3°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average low-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Alford Forest, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 169mm (6.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alford Forest, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Alford Forest, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 105mm (4.13") of snow is typically accumulated. In Alford Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.9 days and aggregates up to 3387mm (133.35") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Alford Forest is December, with an average of 15h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:18 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Alford Forest?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alford Forest during December are 13.5°C (56.3°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Alford Forest?
In Alford Forest, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Alford Forest?
In December, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Alford Forest?
In Alford Forest, New Zealand, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of snow.
When are the longest days in Alford Forest?
With an average of 15h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Alford Forest, New Zealand.
How many hours of daylight does Alford Forest have in December?
The average day length in December in Alford Forest, New Zealand, is 15h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alford Forest?
On the first day of December in Alford Forest, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 9:18 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Alford Forest?
The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Alford Forest?
The average sunshine duration in December in Alford Forest is 8h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Alford Forest?
In Alford Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average humidity in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 169mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average snowfall in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 105mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average UV index in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December - Alford Forest, New Zealand
Average visibility in December
Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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