December weather forecast
Matakana, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is an agreeable month in Matakana, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 15.5°C (59.9°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Matakana's nocturnal December readings average at a refreshing 15.5°C (59.9°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Matakana, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Matakana, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Matakana, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Matakana, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Matakana are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in December leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Matakana in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Matakana, New Zealand, during December are 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 15.5°C (59.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Matakana?
The average relative humidity in December in Matakana, New Zealand, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Matakana?
In Matakana, New Zealand, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days in Matakana?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Matakana have in December?
In December, the average day length in Matakana is 14h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Matakana?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Matakana, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Matakana?
December has the most sunshine of the year in Matakana, New Zealand, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Matakana?
The average sunshine duration in December in Matakana is 8.3h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Matakana?
January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Matakana.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Matakana?
In Matakana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Matakana, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Matakana, 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).

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