December weather forecastMonkey Mia, Australia

December

Weather in December

December in Monkey Mia, Australia expresses the return to summer, with temperatures rising above those seen in November. With higher temperatures, increased daylight hours, and maximum sunshine hours, the month is radiant and vivacious. The humidity tends to creep back up, as do the wind speeds, which can bring a welcome respite from the warmer weather. Drawing in the year-end festivities, the city encapsulates a vibrant atmosphere, making December an excellent time to enjoy the Monkey Mia weather.

Temperature

Monkey Mia marks the onset of December with an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), subtly divergent from November's 23.9°C (75°F). The December average low temperature, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.2 rainfall days, and 139mm (5.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Monkey Mia, the average seawater temperature in December is 23°C (73.4°F).
Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm AWST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is December, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December translates into the following guidance:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Monkey Mia, is 25.5°C (77.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 22.4°C (72.3°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

In December, the average relative humidity in Monkey Mia is 71%.

In December, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Monkey Mia, in December, the average water temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23°C (73.4°F) water may be enjoyable.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 42min of daylight.

In Monkey Mia, Australia, the average day length in December is 13h and 43min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:19 pm AWST.

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in December is 11.7h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (21°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 33.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (33.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (23.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (3mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average sea temperature in December: 23°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are March and April (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August, September, October and November (22°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Monkey Mia, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are October and December (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Monkey Mia, 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).