December weather forecast
Invercargill, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December marks the beginning of the summer period in Invercargill, finishing off the year on a warmer note. There's a significant uptick in temperature highs, reaching 16.8°C (62.2°F) from November's 14.7°C (58.5°F), setting the pace for bright sunny days. A notable increase in daylight hours, from November's 14.9 hours to December's 15.7 hours, contributes towards longer days. As the city steps into a new year, December brings a cheerful weather, fitting for festive celebrations.

Temperature

December's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to an enjoyable 16.8°C (62.2°F) from November's 14.7°C (58.5°F). Invercargill cools down to an average low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Invercargill, during December, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. In Invercargill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.7 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Invercargill, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Invercargill, New Zealand, is December, with an average of 15h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:41 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Invercargill in December?

In Invercargill, 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 is the least humid month in Invercargill?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Invercargill?

In Invercargill, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Invercargill in December?

In December, in Invercargill, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout December, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Invercargill?

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

When are the longest days in Invercargill?

December has the longest days of the year in Invercargill, with an average of 15h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Invercargill, the average day length in December is 15h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Invercargill?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:41 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Invercargill?

The month with the most sunshine in Invercargill is December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Invercargill have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Invercargill is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Invercargill?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Invercargill, New Zealand.

What is the UV index reading in December in Invercargill?

In Invercargill, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Invercargill, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average snowfall in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Invercargill, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Invercargill, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Invercargill, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Invercargill, 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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