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AustraliaThe weather in December in Wollongong
It's warm in December in Wollongong with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 19°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Wollongong. 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 Wollongong, 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 38°C in 2019, Wollongong reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Wollongong is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 101 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Wollongong
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wollongong. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Wollongong | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 101 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Wollongong with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 18°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 Wollongong is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Wollongong, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Wollongong
Temperature in December in Wollongong over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Wollongong, 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 Wollongong
Total precipitation in December in Wollongong over the years
Daily UV index in December in Wollongong
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Wollongong, 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 Wollongong by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wollongong. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.