December Weather in Hastings

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Hastings, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Hastings throughout December hovers around 66%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

28°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

66%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Hastings averages 78 mm (3.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 54 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

78 mm (3.1 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 40 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Hastings reaches a maximum of 13, 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 12 13 12 10 7 5 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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