December weather forecastRawlinna, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Rawlinna, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.4°C (65.1°F) and 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), diverging marginally from November's 28.6°C (83.5°F). Contrasting the daytime warmth, Rawlinna's December nights cool down to an average of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

December's heat index is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

December is the least humid month in Rawlinna, Australia, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

Rainfall

In Rawlinna, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. In Rawlinna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.5 days and collects up to 176mm (6.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Rawlinna is December, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rawlinna, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 6:45 pm AWST.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year in Rawlinna, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Rawlinna. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rawlinna, is 31.2°C (88.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

The least humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

In Rawlinna, the average relative humidity in December is 43%.

In Rawlinna, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the longest days in Rawlinna, Australia, is December, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.

In Rawlinna, the average day length in December is 14h and 7min.

On the first day of December in Rawlinna, Australia, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 6:45 pm AWST.

December has the most sunshine of the year in Rawlinna, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rawlinna is 11.5h.

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rawlinna, Australia, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 31.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 22.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 14mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (4.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Rawlinna, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are September, October and December (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Rawlinna, 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).