December weather forecastThagoona, Australia
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Thagoona, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 18.4°C (65.1°F).Temperature
December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), hardly different from the previous month. The average low-temperature during December nights is a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F).Heat index
The heat index in December is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. 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 December, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Thagoona, in December, during 16.6 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.1 rainfall days, and 433mm (17.05") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 13h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:48 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 9.6h.UV index
January through March, 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (12mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thagoona, 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 36min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Thagoona, Australia
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
