Weather in December
Concluding the year,
December brings relief with its cooler weather to
Lae Atoll. Sea temperatures experience a significant drop to 28.3°C (82.9°F), a departure from
November's conditions. Fewer sunlit hours punctuates the shift into more temperate conditions. The diminishing daylight and cooling water temperatures mark a seasonal phase shift while maintaining the fascination of the islands' biodiversity. December’s weather offers a serene backdrop for journeying through the archipelago and ringing in the holiday cheer.
Sea temperature
In Lae Atoll, the average seawater temperature in December is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
Note: Water activities including swimming and diving are pleasurable in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), ensuring comfort and enjoyment for extended time frames.
Daylight
With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:46 +12.