December weather forecast
Maxwell, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also an enjoyable month in Maxwell, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and an average low of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Temperature

Maxwell observes an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 19.7°C (67.5°F) in December, barely different from 17.1°C (62.8°F) in November. In December, Maxwell encounters an average low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Maxwell, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maxwell, there are 176 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Maxwell, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Maxwell is December, with an average of 14h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:51 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during December translates into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Maxwell?
In Maxwell, in December, the average high-temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°C (54.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Maxwell?
In Maxwell, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Maxwell?
In December, in Maxwell, New Zealand, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Maxwell?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.
When are the longest days in Maxwell?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Maxwell?
In Maxwell, the average day length in December is 14h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Maxwell?
On the first day of December in Maxwell, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:51 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Maxwell?
With an average of 8.8h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Maxwell, New Zealand.
How long on average sun shines in December in Maxwell?
In Maxwell, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Maxwell?
The months with the highest UV index in Maxwell, New Zealand, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Maxwell?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average humidity in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (30mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average snowfall in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
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 - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in December
Maxwell, 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 - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maxwell, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average UV index in December
Maxwell, 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, July and August (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December - Maxwell, New Zealand
Average visibility in December
Maxwell, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (9km).

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