December weather forecast
Pongakawa, New Zealand

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a pleasant month in Pongakawa, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20°C (68°F) and 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Temperature

Pongakawa starts December with an average high-temperature of a pleasant 20°C (68°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. During the month of December, the temperature in Pongakawa falls to an average of 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout December, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pongakawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 733mm (28.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Pongakawa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Pongakawa, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:39 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pongakawa is 8.6h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Pongakawa?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20°C (68°F) and 13.6°C (56.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Pongakawa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pongakawa?

In Pongakawa, New Zealand, in December, during 17.5 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Pongakawa?

With an average of 14h and 42min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Pongakawa, New Zealand.

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

In December, the average day length is 14h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pongakawa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pongakawa, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:39 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pongakawa?

In Pongakawa, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Pongakawa?

The months with the highest UV index in Pongakawa, New Zealand, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in December in Pongakawa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pongakawa is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 20°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, August and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (84mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.6 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Pongakawa, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Pongakawa, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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