Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The introduction of December notes a subtle temperature variation to a still comfortable 18.9°C (66°F) from November's 16.7°C (62.1°F). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F).Humidity
In Picton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Picton, New Zealand. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months without snowfall in Picton.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).Note: For most, swimming in 16.2°C (61.2°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
With an average of 15h and 6min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:00 pm NZDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.UV index
In Picton, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Picton?
What is the average humidity in December in Picton?
What is the rainiest month in Picton?
How many days does it rain in December in Picton?
When it does not snow in Picton?
How cold is the water in December in Picton?
When are the longest days in Picton?
What is the average length of the day in December in Picton?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Picton?
What month has the most sunshine in Picton?
How long on average sun shines in December in Picton?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Picton?
Average temperature in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in December: 18.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in December: 68mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in December: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in December: 16.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average daylight in December: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days
The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Picton, 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, September and October (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in December: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Picton, New Zealand
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
Picton, New Zealand
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