December weather forecast
Ballarat, Australia

The city of Ballarat closes the year with December, registering warmer temperatures to mark the full swing of summer. The dry spell continues with a further decrease in humidity levels and a drop in the number of rainy days. Drawing attention to the sunlit daytime, the length of daylight reaches its zenith, providing maximum sunshine opportunities. The high UV index values necessitate careful sun protection, as the intensity of sunlight radiation is also at its peak.

Temperature

December in Ballarat brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 19.6°C (67.3°F) in November to a pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F). A sharp reduction from the daytime highs is witnessed during December, with nighttime temperatures averaging a low of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ballarat, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ballarat, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Ballarat is December, with an average of 14h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ballarat, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:49 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In Ballarat, the average sunshine in December is 8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 11. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 11 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.