December weather forecastTailem Bend, Australia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Tailem Bend, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 15.2°C (59.4°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), barely varying from November's 25.2°C (77.4°F). With a notable disparity from daily peak temperatures, the average low-temperature settles at a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F) throughout December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Tailem Bend, the average relative humidity in December is 53%.

Rainfall

In Tailem Bend, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.2 rainfall days, and 219mm (8.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:30 pm ACDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Tailem Bend is December, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Tailem Bend. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

In Tailem Bend, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.2°C (59.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in December is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 14h and 29min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tailem Bend, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:30 pm ACDT.

With an average of 10.5h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tailem Bend is 10.5h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (6.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (26mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Tailem Bend, 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 June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Tailem Bend, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).