December weather forecast
Waikaia, New Zealand

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Waikaia, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 15.6°C (60.1°F) and min 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

The shift from November to December sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F) to a refreshing 15.6°C (60.1°F). Waikaia records an average nighttime low-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Waikaia is December, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Waikaia, snow does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Waikaia, with an average of 15h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:37 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Waikaia. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Waikaia?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Waikaia, is 15.6°C (60.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.5°C (41.9°F).

What are the least humid months in Waikaia?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Waikaia, New Zealand.

What is the average humidity in December in Waikaia?

In December, the average relative humidity in Waikaia, New Zealand, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Waikaia?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Waikaia, New Zealand. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Waikaia?

In Waikaia, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Waikaia?

In Waikaia, snow does not fall in January, February and December.

Does it snow in Waikaia in December?

In December, in Waikaia, New Zealand, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.

When are the longest days in Waikaia?

With an average of 15h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Waikaia, New Zealand.

How many hours of daylight does Waikaia have in December?

The average day length in December is 15h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Waikaia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 9:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waikaia, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:37 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Waikaia?

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Waikaia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Waikaia, New Zealand, is 11h.

When is the highest UV index in Waikaia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Waikaia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Waikaia is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Waikaia, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Waikaia, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

Waikaia, New Zealand

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