December Weather in Te Anau

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Te Anau, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (53°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (71°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Te Anau throughout December hovers around 86%.

3°C (37°F)

Minimum temperature

12°C (53°F)

Average temperature

22°C (71°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Te Anau averages 173 mm (6.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 24% probability of sunny days during this period.

173 mm (6.8 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 26 minutes

Sunshine hours

24%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Te Anau 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.

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 11 12 12 11 9 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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