December weather forecastThe Gums, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is still a warm month in The Gums, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.6°C (85.3°F) and 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Temperature

December's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), diverging marginally from November's 29.1°C (84.4°F). The Gums observes an average low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F) during December nights.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In The Gums, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in The Gums is December, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in The Gums, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in The Gums, Australia, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:57 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In The Gums, the average sunshine in December is 10.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in The Gums, is 29.6°C (85.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in December is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in The Gums, Australia, is 64%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in The Gums, Australia. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

In The Gums, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year in The Gums, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.

In The Gums, Australia, the average day length in December is 13h and 50min.

On the first day of December in The Gums, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:57 pm AEST.

In The Gums, Australia, the average sunshine duration in December is 10.7h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in The Gums is 6. A UV Index 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
The Gums, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.7°C).

Average pressure in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (59%).

Average rainfall in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
The Gums, 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 months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
The Gums, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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