December weather forecast
Northcote, New Zealand

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a pleasant month in Northcote, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and an average low of 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of December notes an average high-temperature of an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F), subtly shifted from November's 18.2°C (64.8°F). Northcote, during December nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 15.5°C (59.9°F) from the day's heat.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Northcote, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Northcote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 625mm (24.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Northcote, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.4°C (65.1°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 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 Northcote are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Northcote in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Northcote, is 20.3°C (68.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Northcote?

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

How much does it rain in Northcote in December?

In Northcote, New Zealand, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Northcote?

In Northcote, in December, the average water temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Northcote?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Northcote?

The average day length in December is 14h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Northcote?

On the first day of December in Northcote, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Northcote?

December has the most sunshine of the year in Northcote, New Zealand, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northcote?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Northcote?

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Northcote?

In Northcote, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Northcote, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in December - Northcote, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Northcote, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Northcote, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Northcote, 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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