December weather forecastSlacks Creek, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Slacks Creek, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.8°C (69.4°F) and max 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

Slacks Creek observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.2°C (81°F) in December, barely different from 26.5°C (79.7°F) in November. Nighttime temperatures in December average to a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Slacks Creek, in December, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Slacks Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.8 days and collects up to 665mm (26.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Slacks Creek, Australia, is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Slacks Creek, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Slacks Creek during December are 27.2°C (81°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

In December, in Slacks Creek, Australia, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Slacks Creek is 13h and 52min.

On the first day of December in Slacks Creek, Australia, sunrise is at 4:43 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AEST.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Slacks Creek is 9.9h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and August (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 54min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Slacks Creek, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Slacks Creek, 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).