Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Wanaka, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (38°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wanaka throughout December hovers around 86%.
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In December, Wanaka averages 134 mm (5.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 29 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 23% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Wanaka reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, 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 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 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 | ||||