December weather forecastOrange, Australia
December
Weather in December
Capping off the year, December brings in the second highest temperatures, a significant increase in daylight hours, and a dip in relative humidity to 60%. Temperatures rise considerably, varying between 13.5°C (56.3°F) and 26.2°C (79.2°F) making it the perfect time for summer visitors. The daylight clocking in at 14.3 hours offers extended hours for festive outdoor activities. Alongside the rising temperatures, the wind speed also slightly increases offering mild, cooling breezes in the summer heat. Thus, December concludes the year in Orange, Australia on a high, warm note.Temperature
Orange's transition into December is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from 23.2°C (73.8°F) in November to a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F). During the nights in December, Orange records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Orange is 60%.Rainfall
In Orange, Australia, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orange, Australia, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 524mm (20.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Orange, snow does not fall in January through April, November and December.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Orange, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Orange.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Orange. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum 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. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Orange, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 26.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Orange, Australia
- Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Orange, Australia
- Average wind speed in December: 11.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Orange, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (57%).
Average rainfall in December
Orange, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 56mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (26mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Orange, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Orange, Australia
- Average snowfall in December: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Orange, Australia
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orange, Australia
- Average daylight in December: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- 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: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Orange, Australia
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Orange, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Orange, Australia
- Average cloud cover in December: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Orange, Australia
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January and February (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).
