December weather forecastBustard Head, Australia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Bustard Head, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°C (72.7°F) and max 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

December's average high-temperature is a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), maintaining a close comparison with November's 27.2°C (81°F). Bustard Head experiences a steady low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) throughout December.

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bustard Head, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout December, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bustard Head, Australia, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 503mm (19.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 6:43 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In Bustard Head, 28.2°C (82.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.6°C (72.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December. In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In Bustard Head, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

In Bustard Head, in December, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Bustard Head, the average day length in December is 13h and 35min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 6:43 pm AEST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 10.3h.

In Bustard Head, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 36min

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: 10h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Bustard Head, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Bustard Head, 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).