December weather forecastMinyip, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Minyip, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.5°C (58.1°F) and max 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F) to a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F). December nights present a stark temperature decrease to a mild 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 50%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Minyip, Australia, is December, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Minyip, Australia, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:50 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Minyip, is 27.7°C (81.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).

In Minyip, the average relative humidity in December is 50%.

The month with the most rainfall in Minyip is December, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

In Minyip, Australia, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 14h and 36min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minyip, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:50 pm AEDT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Minyip is 8.8h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (38mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minyip, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Minyip, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).