December weather forecastRed Range, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Red Range, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28°C (82.4°F) and an average low of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Temperature

Red Range, Australia, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still warm 28°C (82.4°F) with the onset of December, maintaining near parity with November's 26.1°C (79°F). Red Range demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of December, with an average nighttime temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout December, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Red Range, in December, during 15.6 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 556mm (21.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 28°C (82.4°F) and the low-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

In December, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Red Range, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 0min of daylight.

In Red Range, the average day length in December is 14h and 1min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:56 pm AEDT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 11h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Red Range.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and November (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, November and December (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.7 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Red Range, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (8km).