December weather forecast
Fairfax, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is an enjoyable month in Fairfax, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and an average low of 9°C (48.2°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. During December, Fairfax consistently records a temperature low averaging a chilly 9°C (48.2°F).

Humidity

January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in December, during 17.7 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfax, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.7 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, June, July, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 15h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Fairfax, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:42 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Fairfax?
In Fairfax, in December, the average high-temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).
What are the least humid months in Fairfax?
The months with the lowest humidity in Fairfax, New Zealand, are January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
What is the average humidity in December in Fairfax?
The average relative humidity in December in Fairfax, New Zealand, is 79%.
How many days does it rain in December in Fairfax?
In Fairfax, during December, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Fairfax?
In Fairfax, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.
When are the longest days in Fairfax?
With an average of 15h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Fairfax, New Zealand.
What is the average length of the day in December in Fairfax?
In December, the average day length is 15h and 43min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairfax?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfax, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:42 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Fairfax?
December has the most sunshine of the year in Fairfax, New Zealand, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Fairfax?
In Fairfax, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Fairfax?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Fairfax.
What is the UV index reading in December in Fairfax?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairfax is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15km/h).

Average humidity in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are August and September (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December
Fairfax, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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