December weather forecast
Thames, New Zealand

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Weather in December

End of the year embodies summer in full swing with temperatures reaching a maximum high since April. December witnesses a considerable rise in rainfall, standing at 73mm (2.87") after a relatively dry November. Despite more daylight hours, this month surprisingly sees a slight decrease in hours of sunshine. The sea temperature continues to rise, saturating the end of the year with warm and balmy conditions. Wind speeds drop consistently toward the end of the month, engraving a calm end to the year.

Temperature

December's weather records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F), showing little deviation from November. Nighttime temperature in Thames sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 15.5°C (59.9°F) during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Thames, New Zealand.

Rainfall

In Thames, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 73mm (2.87") of accumulated precipitation. In Thames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Thames, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.7°C (65.7°F).
Note: In water of 18.7°C (65.7°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Thames is December, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Thames, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thames are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during December translates into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Thames?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Thames, is 19.5°C (67.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Thames?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Thames, New Zealand.

What is the average humidity in December in Thames?

The average relative humidity in December in Thames, New Zealand, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Thames in December?

In Thames, New Zealand, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 73mm (2.87") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Thames?

In Thames, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.7°C (65.7°F). Swimming in 18.7°C (65.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Thames?

December has the longest days of the year in Thames, New Zealand, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Thames have in December?

In December, the average day length in Thames is 14h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Thames?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thames, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Thames?

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Thames.

How many hours of sunshine does Thames have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Thames, New Zealand, is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Thames?

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in December in Thames?

In Thames, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average temperature in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average pressure in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average wind speed in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average humidity in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average UV index in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Thames, New Zealand

Average visibility in December - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Thames, New Zealand

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