December weather forecast
Encounter Bay, Australia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Encounter Bay, is still a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Temperature

The weather during December records an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 22.5°C (72.5°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Throughout the month of December, Encounter Bay reports a steady low-temperature average of 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Encounter Bay, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 303mm (11.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Encounter Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.3°C (64.9°F).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 18.3°C (64.9°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Encounter Bay, Australia, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:34 pm ACDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Encounter Bay, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Encounter Bay in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Encounter Bay, records 22.5°C (72.5°F), while the low-temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Encounter Bay?
The average relative humidity in December in Encounter Bay is 64%.
How many days does it rain in December in Encounter Bay?
In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.
How cold is the water in December in Encounter Bay?
In Encounter Bay, Australia, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.3°C (64.9°F). For most, swimming in 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
When are the longest days in Encounter Bay?
With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Encounter Bay.
How many hours of daylight does Encounter Bay have in December?
In December, the average day length in Encounter Bay, Australia, is 14h and 31min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Encounter Bay?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Encounter Bay, Australia, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:34 pm ACDT.
What month has the most sunshine in Encounter Bay?
The month with the most sunshine in Encounter Bay is December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Encounter Bay have in December?
In Encounter Bay, Australia, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Encounter Bay?
The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December in Encounter Bay?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Encounter Bay is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average temperature in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average pressure in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average wind speed in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average humidity in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

Average rainfall in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average rainfall in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average rainfall in December: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average rainfall days in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average sea temperature in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average sunshine days in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average UV index in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average cloud cover in December
Encounter Bay, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December - Encounter Bay, Australia
Average visibility in December
Encounter Bay, 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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