December weather forecast
Otaki Beach, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Otaki Beach, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13°C (55.4°F) and 17.8°C (64°F).

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a still refreshing 17.8°C (64°F) from November's 15.5°C (59.9°F) in Otaki Beach's average high-temperatures. Otaki Beach maintains a consistent average nighttime low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Otaki Beach is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Otaki Beach, New Zealand, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Otaki Beach, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 641mm (25.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Otaki Beach is December, with an average of 15h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:53 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Otaki Beach, New Zealand, is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Otaki Beach is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Otaki Beach in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Otaki Beach, is 17.8°C (64°F), while the low-temperature averages to 13°C (55.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Otaki Beach?
In Otaki Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.
How many days does it rain in December in Otaki Beach?
In Otaki Beach, New Zealand, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Otaki Beach?
December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Otaki Beach?
In December, the average day length in Otaki Beach, New Zealand, is 15h and 2min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Otaki Beach?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:53 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Otaki Beach?
In Otaki Beach, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.4h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Otaki Beach?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Otaki Beach is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average humidity in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May, June and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (80%).

Average rainfall in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average UV index in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Otaki Beach, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December - Otaki Beach, New Zealand
Average visibility in December
Otaki Beach, 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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