December weather forecast
Methven, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Methven, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.6°C (67.3°F) and 10.2°C (50.4°F).

Temperature

In the transition from November to December, Methven reports an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 19.6°C (67.3°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 10.2°C (50.4°F) in Methven.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Methven, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.3 rainfall days, and 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Methven, snow does not fall in January through May, October through December.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Methven, with an average of 15h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:17 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Methven, New Zealand, is December, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Methven is 4. A UV Index 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 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Methven?
In Methven, 19.6°C (67.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 10.2°C (50.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the average humidity in December in Methven?
In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How many days does it rain in December in Methven?
In Methven, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Methven?
January through May, October through December are months without snowfall in Methven.
When are the longest days in Methven?
With an average of 15h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Methven.
How many hours of daylight does Methven have in December?
In December, the average day length is 15h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Methven?
On the first day of December in Methven, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 9:17 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Methven?
December has the most sunshine of the year in Methven, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Methven have in December?
In Methven, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.4h.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Methven?
In Methven, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Methven, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Methven, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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