December weather forecast
Dover Heights, Australia

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Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Dover Heights, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

December commences with an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), showing little deviation from November's 23.5°C (74.3°F). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) in Dover Heights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Dover Heights, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dover Heights, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 635mm (25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Dover Heights, Australia, in December, the average water temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F).
Note: For most people, a water temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is not conducive to enjoyable swimming. Breathing control becomes harder as the water temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In Dover Heights, the average sunshine in December is 9.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dover Heights. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Dover Heights?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Dover Heights?

In Dover Heights, Australia, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Dover Heights in December?

In Dover Heights, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in December in Dover Heights?

In December, the average sea temperature in Dover Heights, Australia, is 21.9°C (71.4°F). Swimming in 21.9°C (71.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Dover Heights?

December has the longest days of the year in Dover Heights, Australia, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dover Heights?

The average day length in December in Dover Heights is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dover Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dover Heights, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm AEDT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dover Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dover Heights is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Dover Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dover Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover Heights is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average temperature in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (10.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average pressure in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average wind speed in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (14.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average humidity in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average rainfall in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average rainfall in December: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average rainfall days in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average sea temperature in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 21.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (18.6°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average sunshine days in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average UV index in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average cloud cover in December - Dover Heights, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Dover Heights, Australia

Average visibility in December - Dover Heights, 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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