December weather - Summer 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

Hobart city, Australia viewed from Bellerive, with a large water body and mountains in the distance

Weather in December

December, full of holiday cheer, sets the stage for summers in Hobart with higher temperatures. Startlingly, it is also one of the rainier months with a recorded 35mm (1.38") precipitation spread over 13.7 days. The city basks in extended daylight hours, amounting to 15.3, providing ample sunshine for outdoor activities. Contrarily, Hobart experiences stable wind speeds averaging 12.6km/h (7.8mph), thus contributing to a warm and delightful Christmas season.

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature in Hobart stands at a still refreshing 18.5°C (65.3°F), closely aligned with November's 17°C (62.6°F). Hobart encounters an average low-temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Hobart, Australia, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Hobart, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Hobart, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 356mm (14.02") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Hobart, Australia, in December, the average water temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 15.6°C (60.1°F) is not a pleasurable activity. Breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 15h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:52 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, December is the month with the highest UV index in Hobart. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hobart in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hobart, records 18.5°C (65.3°F), while the low-temperature is 9.6°C (49.3°F).

What are the least humid months in Hobart?

The months with the lowest humidity in Hobart are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hobart?

In Hobart, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Hobart in December?

In Hobart, Australia, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hobart?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Hobart, Australia.

What is the sea temperature in December in Hobart?

In Hobart, the average seawater temperature in December is 15.6°C (60.1°F). For most, swimming in 15.6°C (60.1°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

When are the longest days in Hobart?

The month with the longest days in Hobart is December, with an average of 15h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hobart?

The average day length in December in Hobart, Australia, is 15h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hobart?

On the first day of December in Hobart, Australia, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:52 pm AEDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Hobart?

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hobart?

In Hobart, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.2h.

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

December is the month with the highest UV index in Hobart, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hobart?

In Hobart, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

17°C 62.6°F

18.5°C 65.3°F

20.1°C 68.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14km/h 8.7mph

13.8km/h 8.6mph

13.7km/h 8.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

13.7

13.2

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.5

11.9

12.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hobart, Australia

Average high temperature in December: 18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.9°C).

Average low temperature in December: 9.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Hobart, Australia

Average pressure in December: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Hobart, Australia

Average wind speed in December: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Hobart, Australia

Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hobart, Australia

Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (38mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (23mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Hobart, Australia

Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Hobart, Australia

Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

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Average sea temperature in December
Hobart, Australia

Average sea temperature in December: 15.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (12.6°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hobart, Australia

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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hobart, Australia

Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hobart, Australia

Average UV index in December: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hobart, Australia

Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Hobart, Australia

Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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December weather forecast
Hobart, Australia

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