December weather forecastBenalla, Australia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Benalla, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°C (82.8°F) and min 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F) to a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F). Despite the stark contrast with daytime temperatures, Benalla's December nights average at a moderate 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during December is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Benalla, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 28.2°C (82.8°F) and the low-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Benalla, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

In Benalla, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

With an average of 14h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 14h and 37min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:37 pm AEDT.

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Benalla is 10.9h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Benalla, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (3.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Benalla, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (6km).