December weather forecast
Herberton, Australia

The first month of the summer, December, is still a hot month in Herberton, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°C (67.3°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

Herberton's temperatures peak on average in December, reaching 30.3°C (86.5°F) at their highest and 19.6°C (67.3°F) at their lowest.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Herberton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Herberton, Australia, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout December, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Herberton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 659mm (25.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Herberton, Australia, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:56 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Herberton is 9.7h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.