AustraliaThe weather in December in Adelaide
It's warm in December in Adelaide with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 18°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Adelaide. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Adelaide, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2019, Adelaide reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 22 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Adelaide
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Adelaide. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Adelaide | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 22 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Adelaide with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Adelaide is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Adelaide, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Adelaide
Temperature in December in Adelaide over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Adelaide, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Adelaide
Total precipitation in December in Adelaide over the years
Daily UV index in December in Adelaide
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Adelaide, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Adelaide by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Adelaide. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.