Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). December is too cold for swimming in Kaikoura Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into January.
December brings warm and sunny weather to Kaikoura Beach, making it perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beach activities. Snorkeling, diving, and surfing are popular during this month due to the excellent water visibility and favorable sea conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
No, December is too cold for swimming in Kaikoura Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (57°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
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The average day light hours per day in Kaikoura Beach in December are 15.3. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.7hrs making the days very long and bright.
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December marks the beginning of summer in New Zealand, and Kaikoura Beach becomes more popular as the weather warms up. The beach can get quite crowded, especially around the Christmas and New Year holidays. The increased number of visitors is also due to school holidays and people taking time off work for the festive season.
The days in December are longer than the previous month. December has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into January. During December the average day light hours are 15.3 per day in Kaikoura Beach. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.7hrs making the days very long and bright.
The ultraviolet index in Kaikoura Beach in December is typically 11.4 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 Kaikoura Beach in December is 13.7°C (56.7°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into January.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
