Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Rotorua, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (78°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rotorua throughout December hovers around 66%.
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In December, Rotorua averages 116 mm (4.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 44 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Rotorua reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||