December weather forecastCalen, Australia
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Calen, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°C (75°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F).Temperature
December ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Calen reports an average low temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) in December, a minor decrease from the day's highs.Heat index
December's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Calen, Australia, is 76%.Rainfall
In Calen, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 841mm (33.11") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days in Calen is December, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 6:49 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Calen, Australia, is 10.2h.UV index
February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during December morphs into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Calen, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 28.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Calen, Australia
- Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Calen, Australia
- Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).
Average humidity in December
Calen, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Calen, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 103mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (9mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Calen, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.8 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Calen, Australia
- Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Calen, Australia
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Calen, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Calen, Australia
- Average cloud cover in December: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Calen, 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).
