December weather forecastRanford, Australia
December
Weather in December
The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Ranford, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°C (59.2°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).Temperature
Ranford's transition into December is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F) in November to a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F). Ranford's average low-temperature of 15.1°C (59.2°F) in December reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.Heat index
The heat index value for December is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 48%.Rainfall
In Ranford, Australia, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ranford, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 207mm (8.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of December, in Ranford, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 7:25 pm AWST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Ranford, Australia, is 11.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ranford are February 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 the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (5.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average pressure in December: 1013.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average wind speed in December: 13.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (47%).
Average rainfall in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 10mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (9mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ranford, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average cloud cover in December: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in December
Ranford, Australia
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (8km).
