December weather forecast
Matapu, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Matapu, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of December sees the average high-temperature at a still enjoyable 19.1°C (66.4°F), subtly shifted from November's 16.8°C (62.2°F). Matapu experiences a consistent average temperature of 13.7°C (56.7°F) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

May through October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Matapu.

Rainfall

In Matapu, in December, during 14.9 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Matapu, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 878mm (34.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Matapu.
On the first day of December in Matapu, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:53 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in December translates into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Matapu?
The high-temperature in Matapu, New Zealand, during December is 19.1°C (66.4°F) and the low-temperature is 13.7°C (56.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Matapu?
May through October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December in Matapu?
In Matapu, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.
How much does it rain in Matapu in December?
In Matapu, in December, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation.
When are the longest days in Matapu?
The month with the longest days in Matapu, New Zealand, is December, with an average of 14h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Matapu have in December?
The average day length in December in Matapu, New Zealand, is 14h and 54min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Matapu?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Matapu, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:53 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Matapu?
December has the most sunshine of the year in Matapu, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Matapu?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Matapu, New Zealand, is 8.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Matapu?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Matapu.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Matapu?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Matapu is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average humidity in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.7 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average UV index in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

Average cloud cover in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Matapu, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December - Matapu, New Zealand
Average visibility in December
Matapu, 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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