December weather forecast
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of summer in Lake Tekapo. The declining snowfall, registering 395mm (15.55") over 3.6 days, signals the advent of the sunny season. Longest daylight hours of 15.4 per day afford plenty of time for summer escapades. The summer solstice in Lake Tekapo unveils spectacular vistas with inviting azure skies. As the year finds closure, Lake Tekapo basks in the summer light, awaiting the festive season under the starry southern sky.

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 8°C (46.4°F) in November to a fresh 11.1°C (52°F). During December, Lake Tekapo's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Humidity

In Lake Tekapo, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Lake Tekapo, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 395mm (15.55") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake Tekapo, there are 107.9 snowfall days, and 6417mm (252.64") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Lake Tekapo is December, with an average of 15h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of December, in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:23 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Lake Tekapo.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lake Tekapo in December?

In Lake Tekapo, 11.1°C (52°F) is the average high-temperature and 4.4°C (39.9°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Tekapo?

In Lake Tekapo, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the wettest month in Lake Tekapo?

The month with the most rainfall in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, is December, when the rain falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake Tekapo?

In Lake Tekapo, during December, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 233mm (9.17") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lake Tekapo?

In Lake Tekapo, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 395mm (15.55") of snow.

When are the longest days in Lake Tekapo?

The month with the longest days in Lake Tekapo is December, with an average of 15h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lake Tekapo?

The average day length in December in Lake Tekapo is 15h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lake Tekapo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:23 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Lake Tekapo?

December has the most sunshine of the year in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Tekapo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lake Tekapo is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lake Tekapo?

In Lake Tekapo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 233mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average snowfall in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 395mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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