December is a very cold and dry time for sunbathing in New Zealand, and not recommended. December is too cold for swimming in New Zealand for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting New Zealand in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
The average maximum temperature in New Zealand in December is 14°. The average maximum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Zealand in December is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 10° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Zealand in December is 10°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Zealand in December are 14.8 and there are 7.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in New Zealand in December is typically 12.3 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 New Zealand in December is 16.1° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in New Zealand in December is 1.2cm and on average there are 9.5 rainy days in December making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Zealand in December is 10° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Zealand in December is typically 56.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 55.7% in the previous month and 54.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Zealand in December is typically 47.8%. The average relative humidity is 46.4% in the previous month and 44.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Zealand in December is typically 17kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 18kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Zealand in December is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Zealand in December is from the South-Southwest.
