December weather forecast
Kawerau, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December brings the year to an end with round-the-year maximum rainfall of 82mm (3.23"), indicative of a humid yet warm climate. Similar to November, the characteristic weather in December is warm, with temperatures reaching upwards to 20.6°C (69.1°F) during the day. The month, despite being the wettest, continues to maintain good visibility and moderate wind speeds, making it comfortable for locals and travelers alike. As the New Year beckons, look forward to a similar warm climate found in January, hinting at a seamless transition of weather conditions. The climate variations provide a diverse experience to residents and tourists throughout the year in Kawerau, New Zealand.

Temperature

Kawerau's December average high-temperature settles at an agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. December brings Kawerau a consistent average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kawerau is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Kawerau.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:39 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Kawerau, the average sunshine in December is 7.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Kawerau?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.6°C (69.1°F) and 11.4°C (52.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Kawerau?
In December, the average relative humidity in Kawerau is 81%.
What is the wettest month in Kawerau?
The month with the most rainfall in Kawerau is December, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Kawerau in December?
In Kawerau, New Zealand, in December, during 18.7 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Kawerau?
In Kawerau, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.
When are the longest days in Kawerau?
December has the longest days of the year in Kawerau, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kawerau have in December?
The average day length in December in Kawerau is 14h and 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kawerau?
On the first day of December in Kawerau, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:39 pm NZDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kawerau have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 7.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Kawerau?
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Kawerau.
What is the UV index reading in December in Kawerau?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Kawerau, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

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