December weather forecastLowmead, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Lowmead, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Lowmead, Australia, notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Throughout December, Lowmead records an average temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) at night.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 537mm (21.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:44 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lowmead, Australia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lowmead, is 28.4°C (83.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

In Lowmead, Australia, in December, during 15.3 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 13h and 36min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Lowmead.

In December, the average day length is 13h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lowmead, Australia, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:44 pm AEST.

In Lowmead, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.1h.

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

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.5°C

28.4°C

28.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.8km/h

16.4km/h

16.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.4

12.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average rainfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Lowmead, Australia

Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Lowmead, 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).