Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Leeston, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (46°F). Typically, the humidity level in Leeston throughout December hovers around 84%.
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In December, Leeston averages 84 mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 22 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Leeston reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, 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 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 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 | |||||