December weather forecastMount Molloy, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Mount Molloy, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Mount Molloy observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during December.

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Molloy is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mount Molloy, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Molloy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:54 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mount Molloy is 10.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mount Molloy, Australia. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in December leads to these recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Molloy, is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Mount Molloy, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

The month with the longest days in Mount Molloy is December, with an average of 13h and 6min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Mount Molloy, Australia, is 13h and 6min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:54 pm AEST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Molloy is 10.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Mount Molloy, Australia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health 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

28.2°C

29.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.5km/h

12.8km/h

12.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.2

14.4

7.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average rainfall in December: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average daylight in December: 13h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

Average sunshine in December: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Mount Molloy, Australia

Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are March and May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mount Molloy, 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).