December weather forecast
Canberra, Australia

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Weather in December

Concluding the year in Canberra, Australia is December, where the summer season is in full effect. A significant contrast from November emerges due to the decreased rainfall figures, which goes down to 45mm (1.77"), despite temperatures going up to 25.2°C (77.4°F). The clear blue sky and prolonged sunshine hours create perfect conditions for outdoor activities. The absence of any snowfall reaffirms the onset of summer. With the highest temperatures for the year, December in Canberra, Australia culminates to a summery high.

Temperature

The shift into December finds Canberra at an average high-temperature of a warm 25.2°C (77.4°F), closely comparable to November's conditions. In Canberra, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 11.6°C (52.9°F) is anticipated during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Canberra is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Canberra is December, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Canberra.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:21 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Canberra. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Canberra?

The high-temperature, in December, in Canberra, is 25.2°C (77.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 11.6°C (52.9°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Canberra?

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

What is the wettest month in Canberra?

The month with the most rainfall in Canberra is December, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Canberra in December?

In Canberra, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Canberra?

In Canberra, snow does not fall in January through May, November and December.

When are the longest days in Canberra?

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Canberra have in December?

In Canberra, Australia, the average day length in December is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Canberra?

On the first day of December in Canberra, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:21 pm AEDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Canberra?

December has the most sunshine of the year in Canberra, Australia, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Canberra have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Canberra, Australia, is 10.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Canberra?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Canberra?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Canberra, Australia

Average temperature in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Canberra, Australia

Average pressure in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Canberra, Australia

Average wind speed in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Canberra, Australia

Average humidity in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Canberra, Australia

Average rainfall in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Canberra, Australia

Average rainfall days in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canberra, Australia

Average snowfall in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Canberra, Australia

Average snowfall days in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Canberra, Australia

Average sunshine days in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Canberra, Australia

Average UV index in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Canberra, Australia

Average cloud cover in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Canberra, Australia

Average visibility in December - Canberra, Australia
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).

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