Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December in Kaikoura marks an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 17.4°C (63.3°F), hardly differing from November's 15.1°C (59.2°F). In the month of December, the average low-temperature in Kaikoura usually rests at a fresh 11.7°C (53.1°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Kaikoura, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Kaikoura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 380mm (14.96") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Kaikoura, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.Sea temperature
In Kaikoura, in December, the average water temperature is 14.9°C (58.8°F).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 14.9°C (58.8°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
Daylight
The month with the longest days in Kaikoura is December, with an average of 15h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Kaikoura, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:05 pm NZDT.
Sunshine
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11h of sunshine.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 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 daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Kaikoura in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Kaikoura?
How much does it rain in Kaikoura in December?
When it does not snow in Kaikoura?
What is the water temperature in December in Kaikoura?
When are the longest days in Kaikoura?
How many hours of daylight does Kaikoura have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kaikoura?
What month has the most sunshine in Kaikoura?
How many hours of sunshine does Kaikoura have in December?
How high is the UV index in December in Kaikoura?
Average temperature in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in December: 17.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average pressure in December: 1012.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in December: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in December: 14.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (11.1°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average daylight in December: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- 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 June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average UV index in December: 4
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in December: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Kaikoura, New Zealand
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