December weather forecastKatunga, Australia
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Katunga, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).Temperature
In Katunga, the average high-temperature in December slightly rises, from 26.4°C (79.5°F) in November, to a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F). Katunga sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in December, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 16.5°C (61.7°F).Heat index
The heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
In Katunga, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the longest days in Katunga is December, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Katunga. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 in December translates into these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4°C).
Average pressure in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average wind speed in December: 11km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 46%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).
Average rainfall in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average daylight in December: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 10h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average cloud cover in December: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in December
Katunga, Australia
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).
