December weather forecast
Arthurs Point, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a refreshing month in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and an average high of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Temperature

Arthurs Point's weather in December shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from November's fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F) to a refreshing 15.6°C (60.1°F). Throughout December in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, a steady low-temperature average of 5.5°C (41.9°F) is noted.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months without snowfall in Arthurs Point.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Arthurs Point, with an average of 15h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 9:34 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Arthurs Point.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Arthurs Point in December?
In Arthurs Point, 15.6°C (60.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 5.5°C (41.9°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the least humid month in Arthurs Point?
The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
What is the average humidity in December in Arthurs Point?
In December, the average relative humidity in Arthurs Point is 76%.
What is the wettest month in Arthurs Point?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Arthurs Point in December?
In Arthurs Point, New Zealand, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Arthurs Point?
January, February and December are months without snowfall in Arthurs Point, New Zealand.
Does it snow in Arthurs Point in December?
In December, in Arthurs Point, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.
When are the longest days in Arthurs Point?
With an average of 15h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Arthurs Point, New Zealand.
What is the average length of the day in December in Arthurs Point?
In December, the average day length in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, is 15h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Arthurs Point?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 9:34 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Arthurs Point?
The month with the most sunshine in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, is December, with an average of 11h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Arthurs Point?
The average sunshine duration in December in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, is 11h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Arthurs Point?
The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
How high is the UV index in December in Arthurs Point?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arthurs Point, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.5°C

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

Average pressure in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Arthurs Point, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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