December weather forecastPinkenba, Australia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Pinkenba, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 27.2°C (81°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Pinkenba registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during December.

Heat index

In December, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Pinkenba, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pinkenba, during December, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pinkenba, there are 178.8 rainfall days, and 665mm (26.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Pinkenba, the average sunshine in December is 9.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pinkenba, Australia, are 27.2°C (81°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Pinkenba, Australia, is 74%.

In December, in Pinkenba, Australia, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Pinkenba is 13h and 50min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:44 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pinkenba, Australia, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm AEST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Pinkenba is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and August (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.5 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Pinkenba, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Pinkenba, 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).