December weather forecast
Moana, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a moderate month in Moana, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between max 13.5°C (56.3°F) and min 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Temperature

Moana experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a mild 13.5°C (56.3°F) with the onset of December, maintaining near parity with November's 10.8°C (51.4°F). Moana reports a consistent average low-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) throughout December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Moana, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Moana. In December, in Moana, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 105mm (4.13") of snow is accumulated. In Moana, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.9 days and aggregates up to 3387mm (133.35") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 15h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:14 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Moana, New Zealand, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Moana?
In Moana, 13.5°C (56.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 5.6°C (42.1°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the average humidity in December in Moana?
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in Moana in December?
In Moana, New Zealand, in December, during 18.5 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Moana in December?
In Moana, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of snow.
When are the longest days in Moana?
The month with the longest days in Moana, New Zealand, is December, with an average of 15h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Moana have in December?
In December, the average day length in Moana is 15h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Moana?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 9:14 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Moana?
With an average of 8h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Moana, New Zealand.
How long on average sun shines in December in Moana?
The average sunshine duration in December in Moana, New Zealand, is 8h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Moana?
In Moana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 169mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 105mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Moana, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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