December weather forecastMerrygoen, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Merrygoen, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Merrygoen notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout December, with an average nighttime temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 48%, are the least humid months in Merrygoen.

Rainfall

In Merrygoen, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merrygoen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 375mm (14.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Merrygoen, Australia, is December, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:11 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 18.2°C (64.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 48%, are the least humid months in Merrygoen, Australia.

The average relative humidity in December in Merrygoen, Australia, is 48%.

In December, in Merrygoen, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 14h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 14h and 11min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Merrygoen, Australia, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:11 pm AEDT.

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

In Merrygoen, the average sunshine duration in December is 11.1h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (48%).

Average rainfall in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Merrygoen, 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 June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Merrygoen, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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