December weather forecast
Otira, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Otira, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 5.6°C (42.1°F) and 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December brings an average high-temperature of a mild 13.5°C (56.3°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from November. Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 5.6°C (42.1°F) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Otira is 85%.

Rainfall

In Otira, in December, during 18.5 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otira, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Otira, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 105mm (4.13") of snow. In Otira, New Zealand, 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 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Otira, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Otira, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Otira in December?

In Otira, 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 Otira?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Otira?

In Otira, New Zealand, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 169mm (6.65") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Otira in December?

In Otira, New Zealand, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 105mm (4.13") of snow.

When are the longest days in Otira?

December has the longest days of the year in Otira, New Zealand, with an average of 15h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Otira have in December?

The average day length in December in Otira is 15h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Otira?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Otira, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Otira?

With an average of 8h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Otira.

How long on average sun shines in December in Otira?

The average sunshine duration in December is 8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Otira?

In Otira, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Otira, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Otira, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Otira, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Otira, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Otira, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Otira, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Otira, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall in December - Otira, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Otira, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Otira, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Otira, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Otira, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Otira, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Otira, 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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