December weather forecastWongarbon, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a tropical month in Wongarbon, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Temperature

December's onset records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), a near match to November's 27.7°C (81.9°F). Wongarbon's average low-temperature for the month of December denotes a significant decline from the daily high, recording at a refreshing 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for December is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In Wongarbon, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 375mm (14.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Wongarbon is December, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in December transforms into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Wongarbon in December has an average high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 48%, are the least humid months.

In Wongarbon, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

In Wongarbon, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 14h and 14min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:15 pm AEDT.

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.1h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Wongarbon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.7°C

30.5°C

32.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.7km/h

15km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.6

23.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

21%

19%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.1°C).

Average low temperature in December: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average pressure in December: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average wind speed in December: 13.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (48%).

Average rainfall in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 14h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Wongarbon, Australia

Average visibility in December: 10km

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