December weather forecast
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is an agreeable month in Waihi Beach, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.6°C (56.5°F) and max 20°C (68°F).

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of an agreeable 20°C (68°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Waihi Beach dips to a moderate 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Humidity

In Waihi Beach, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Waihi Beach, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 733mm (28.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Waihi Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.7°C (65.7°F).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 18.7°C (65.7°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:40 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Waihi Beach is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waihi Beach are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Waihi Beach in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Waihi Beach, records 20°C (68°F), while the low-temperature is 13.6°C (56.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Waihi Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Waihi Beach in December?

In Waihi Beach, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Waihi Beach?

In Waihi Beach, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.7°C (65.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Waihi Beach?

December has the longest days of the year in Waihi Beach, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Waihi Beach have in December?

In Waihi Beach, New Zealand, the average day length in December is 14h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waihi Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waihi Beach, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:40 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waihi Beach?

In Waihi Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Waihi Beach?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Waihi Beach.

What is the UV index reading in December in Waihi Beach?

In Waihi Beach, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Waihi Beach, 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 sea temperature in December
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in December - Waihi Beach, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Waihi Beach, 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
Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Waihi Beach, 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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