December weather forecastSarina, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in Sarina, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.1°C (82.6°F) and min 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), subtly different from November's 26.9°C (80.4°F). December's average low temperature is a still warm 23.9°C (75°F), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Heat index

December's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. 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 are of high significance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sarina is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sarina, in December, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 103mm (4.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Sarina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 841mm (33.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:48 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sarina are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Sarina, is 28.1°C (82.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in December is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

In December, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 13h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

In Sarina, the average day length in December is 13h and 25min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sarina, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:48 pm AEST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 10.2h.

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

In Sarina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. 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
Sarina, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 103mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Sarina, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Sarina, 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).