December weather forecastWulkuraka, Australia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Wulkuraka, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.4°C (65.1°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The introduction of December sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), hardly deviating from November. During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F) is recorded in Wulkuraka, Australia.

Heat index

The heat index value for December is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wulkuraka is 74%.

Rainfall

In Wulkuraka, in December, during 16.6 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wulkuraka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.1 days and collects up to 433mm (17.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Wulkuraka.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Wulkuraka, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:47 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Wulkuraka during December is 28.9°C (84°F) and the low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Wulkuraka, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

In Wulkuraka, Australia, during December, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in December in Wulkuraka, Australia, is 13h and 51min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:47 pm AEST.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wulkuraka, Australia, is 9.6h.

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

In Wulkuraka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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
Wulkuraka, 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).