December weather forecast
Riversdale, New Zealand

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a comfortable month in Riversdale, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9°C (48.2°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

Riversdale, New Zealand, experiences a transition to an enjoyable 16.8°C (62.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 14.7°C (58.5°F). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a chilly 9°C (48.2°F) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Riversdale are January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Riversdale, New Zealand, in December, during 17.7 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riversdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.7 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, June, July, October through December are months without snowfall in Riversdale.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:38 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Riversdale, New Zealand. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Riversdale?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Riversdale, is 16.8°C (62.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).

What are the least humid months in Riversdale?

January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Riversdale.

What is the average humidity in December in Riversdale?

In Riversdale, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riversdale?

In December, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout December, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Riversdale?

In Riversdale, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.

When are the longest days in Riversdale?

December has the longest days of the year in Riversdale, New Zealand, with an average of 15h and 42min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Riversdale, New Zealand, is 15h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riversdale?

On the first day of December in Riversdale, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 9:38 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Riversdale?

The month with the most sunshine in Riversdale is December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Riversdale?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Riversdale?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Riversdale, New Zealand.

How high is the UV index in December in Riversdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average snowfall in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are August and September (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

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

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Riversdale, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

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Average visibility in December
Riversdale, New Zealand

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

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

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