Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Palmerston, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (58°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Palmerston throughout December hovers around 81%.
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In December, Palmerston averages 97 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 35 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 27% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Palmerston 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 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 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 | ||||