December weather forecast
Rongotea, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Rongotea, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.3°C (68.5°F) and min 11.2°C (52.2°F).

Temperature

Rongotea's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F) from November's 17.5°C (63.5°F) in temperature. Throughout the month of December, Rongotea sees a steady low-temperature average of 11.2°C (52.2°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rongotea, in December, during 16.4 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rongotea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 629mm (24.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rongotea, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

With an average of 15h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:51 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Rongotea, is 20.3°C (68.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 11.2°C (52.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity in Rongotea is 79%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Rongotea, in December, during 16.4 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 15h and 0min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Rongotea have in December?
The average day length in December is 14h and 59min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:51 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine?
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.1h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Rongotea?
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.8km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rongotea, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (8.8 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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

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

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