The weather in December in Australia
It's warm in December in Australia with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Australia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 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 41°C in 2019, Australia reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 137 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Australia
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Australia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 137 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Australia with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 20°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Australia is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Australia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other places, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Australia
Temperature in December in Australia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in 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 Australia
Total precipitation in December in Australia over the years
Daily UV index in December in Australia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Australia, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Australia
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Suppressed by bright sunshine and perfect temperatures. Ideal for a summer vacation or a trip to the beach. Definitely a 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Australia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Australia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.