December weather forecast
Hikurangi, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a pleasant month in Hikurangi, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and an average high of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in December, at an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F), reveals a modest deviation from November's 19.2°C (66.6°F). In the month of December, Hikurangi witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hikurangi is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hikurangi, New Zealand, there are 154 rainfall days, and 536mm (21.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Hikurangi, the average sunshine in December is 7.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Hikurangi. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hikurangi?
During December, Hikurangi experiences an average high-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) and a low-temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Hikurangi?
In Hikurangi, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.
How much does it rain in Hikurangi in December?
In Hikurangi, New Zealand, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Hikurangi?
December has the longest days of the year in Hikurangi, New Zealand, with an average of 14h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Hikurangi?
The average day length in December is 14h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hikurangi?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hikurangi, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Hikurangi have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Hikurangi is 7.3h.
When is the highest UV index in Hikurangi?
The months with the highest UV index in Hikurangi, New Zealand, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Hikurangi?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hikurangi, New Zealand, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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

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

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