December weather forecastRudall, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Rudall, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.5°C (63.5°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of December denotes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), subtly different from November's 27.9°C (82.2°F). Rudall, in December, experiences a marked contrast from daytime zeniths to a steady average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for 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

The months with the lowest humidity in Rudall are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

Rainfall

In Rudall, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rudall, there are 88.1 rainfall days, and 176mm (6.93") 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 December in Rudall, Australia, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:38 pm ACDT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rudall is 9.1h.

UV index

The month with the highest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In Rudall, 30.7°C (87.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.5°C (63.5°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 43%, are the least humid months in Rudall.

The average relative humidity in December is 43%.

In Rudall, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Rudall, Australia.

In Rudall, the average day length in December is 14h and 21min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:38 pm ACDT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rudall is 9.1h.

December is the month with the highest UV index in Rudall, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (8.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 43%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (67%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rudall, 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: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rudall, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Rudall, 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).