December Weather in Wairau Valley

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Wairau Valley, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (58°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wairau Valley throughout December hovers around 81%.

4°C (39°F)

Minimum temperature

14°C (58°F)

Average temperature

25°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Wairau Valley averages 183 mm (7.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 6 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

183 mm (7.2 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 11 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Wairau Valley 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 6 9 12 13 13 11 8 5 3 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

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