December weather forecast
Sanson, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Sanson, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 11.2°C (52.2°F).

Temperature

In December, Sanson experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 17.5°C (63.5°F) in November to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 11.2°C (52.2°F) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sanson, in December, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sanson, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 629mm (24.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 0min of daylight.
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, in Sanson, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:50 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sanson in December?

The high-temperature in Sanson during December is 20.3°C (68.5°F) and the low-temperature is 11.2°C (52.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanson?

The average relative humidity in December in Sanson is 79%.

How much does it rain in Sanson in December?

In December, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sanson?

In Sanson, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

When are the longest days in Sanson?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 15h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Sanson, New Zealand, is 14h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanson?

On the first day of December in Sanson, 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 8:50 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Sanson?

With an average of 9.1h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Sanson, New Zealand.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanson have in December?

In Sanson, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sanson?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Sanson.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sanson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sanson is 5. A UV Index reading 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
Sanson, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Sanson, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average snowfall in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Sanson, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Sanson, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Sanson, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Sanson, 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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