December Weather in Opunake

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Opunake, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 20°C (69°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Opunake throughout December hovers around 80%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (63°F)

Average temperature

20°C (69°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Opunake averages 138 mm (5.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 53 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 51 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

138 mm (5.4 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 51 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Opunake 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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