December Weather in Port Waikato

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Port Waikato, New Zealand, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Port Waikato throughout December hovers around 78%.

14°C (57°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

23°C (73°F)

Maximum temperature

78%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Port Waikato averages 99 mm (3.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 36 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

99 mm (3.9 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 36 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Port Waikato 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 7 10 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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