December Weather in Invercargill

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Invercargill, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (58°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (74°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (47°F). Typically, the humidity level in Invercargill throughout December hovers around 83%.

8°C (47°F)

Minimum temperature

14°C (58°F)

Average temperature

23°C (74°F)

Maximum temperature

83%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Invercargill averages 106 mm (4.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 17 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 44 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

106 mm (4.2 inches)

Precipitation

17 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 26 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Invercargill reaches a maximum of 12, 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.

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 3 5 8 10 11 12 11 8 6 4 2
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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