December weather forecast
Rotherham, New Zealand

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Rotherham, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.4°C (63.3°F) and min 11.7°C (53.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 17.4°C (63.3°F) from November's 15.1°C (59.2°F). During December, the nighttime temperature in Rotherham averages to a fresh 11.7°C (53.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Rotherham, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Rotherham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 380mm (14.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August, October through December are months without snowfall in Rotherham, New Zealand.

Daylight

With an average of 15h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Rotherham.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:09 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rotherham is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Rotherham?
Rotherham in December has an average high-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 11.7°C (53.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Rotherham?
The average relative humidity in December in Rotherham, New Zealand, is 74%.
How much does it rain in Rotherham in December?
In Rotherham, New Zealand, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Rotherham?
In Rotherham, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.
When are the longest days in Rotherham?
With an average of 15h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Rotherham.
What is the average length of the day in December in Rotherham?
In Rotherham, New Zealand, the average day length in December is 15h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rotherham?
On the first day of December in Rotherham, New Zealand, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 9:09 pm NZDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Rotherham?
December has the most sunshine of the year in Rotherham, New Zealand, with an average of 11h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Rotherham?
The average sunshine duration in December in Rotherham, New Zealand, is 11h.
How high is the UV index in December in Rotherham?
In Rotherham, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average temperature in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average pressure in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average wind speed in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average humidity in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average rainfall in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average UV index in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in December
Rotherham, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December - Rotherham, New Zealand
Average visibility in December
Rotherham, 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).

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