December weather forecast
Alice Springs, Australia

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Weather in December

December in Alice Springs is synonymous with hot weather conditions, mirroring the atmosphere of January. The city generally sees a slight decrease in sunshine hours compared to November. However, the weather reverts to an increased rainfall amount of 28mm (1.1"), marking the high point of the season. The month also experiences the highest pressure reading of 1009.6mb in the year. Overall, December is warm and mildly humid, making it a popular time for tourists.

Temperature

Alice Springs, Australia, experiences a minor change to a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F) in average high-temperature during December, closely reflecting November. December's nights observe an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 29%.

Rainfall

In Alice Springs, Australia, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alice Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.9 days and collects up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alice Springs, Australia, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:24 pm ACST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Alice Springs is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in December interprets into the following advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Alice Springs in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alice Springs are 34.2°C (93.6°F) and 24°C (75.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Alice Springs?

The average relative humidity in December in Alice Springs is 29%.

How much does it rain in Alice Springs in December?

In Alice Springs, Australia, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Alice Springs?

With an average of 13h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Alice Springs, Australia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Alice Springs?

In December, the average day length in Alice Springs, Australia, is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alice Springs?

On the first day of December in Alice Springs, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:24 pm ACST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alice Springs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Alice Springs is 11.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Alice Springs?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Alice Springs, Australia.

How high is the UV index in December in Alice Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alice Springs, Australia, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average temperature in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (18.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average pressure in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average wind speed in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average humidity in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average humidity in December: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (24%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average rainfall in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (31mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average rainfall days in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (7.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average sunshine days in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (21.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average UV index in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average cloud cover in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Alice Springs, Australia

Average visibility in December - Alice Springs, Australia
  • 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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