December weather forecastLeumeah, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Leumeah, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.5°C (61.7°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

December denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F) from November's 25.7°C (78.3°F). In December, Leumeah reports a consistent average low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F) during the nights.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Leumeah, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Leumeah, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Leumeah, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.9 days and collects up to 502mm (19.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:11 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In Leumeah, Australia, the average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Leumeah, is 27.4°C (81.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Leumeah is 69%.

In December, in Leumeah, Australia, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Leumeah, Australia, is 14h and 23min.

On the first day of December in Leumeah, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:11 pm AEDT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Leumeah is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 24min

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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Leumeah, 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 April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Leumeah, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).