December marks the beginning of summer, and the weather at Bethells Beach is warm and sunny. Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities, and surfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, and kitesurfing continue to be enjoyed, thanks to the consistent swells and warm waters. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December marks the beginning of summer, and the beach starts to get more crowded. The Christmas and New Year holidays bring more visitors to the area, but Bethells Beach remains a relatively quieter option compared to other popular beaches in Auckland.
The average maximum temperature in Bethells Beach in December is 21°. The average maximum temperature is 19° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average temperature in Bethells Beach in December is 18°. The average temperature ranges is 16° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Bethells Beach in December is 15°. The minimum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Bethells Beach in December are 14.7 and there are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Bethells Beach in December is typically 12.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Bethells Beach in December is 16.2° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average maximum wind speed in Bethells Beach in December is typically 30kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 31kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Bethells Beach in December is typically 18kmh. The average wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 17kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Bethells Beach in December is from the West.