December weather forecast
Gold Coast, Australia

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Weather in December

In December, Gold Coast experiences a traditional Australian summer, with warm average high temperatures at 25.5°C (77.9°F). While conditions remain reasonably calm from November, the city gears up for holiday celebrations and beach activities. Despite the average humidity increasing slightly, the sea temperature rises to a comfortable 25.4°C (77.7°F). This period is perfect for relaxed beach days and water activities such as jet-skiing and paragliding. Overall, December wraps up the year on a warm and festive note on the Gold Coast.

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F), hardly different from the previous month. Gold Coast notes an average temperature descent to an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gold Coast is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gold Coast, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gold Coast, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 338mm (13.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gold Coast, Australia, the average seawater temperature in December is 25.4°C (77.7°F).
Note: Temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are excellent for swimming, diving, and other water activities, providing comfort and enjoyment for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Gold Coast, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Gold Coast, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Gold Coast, the average sunshine in December is 10h.

UV index

January through April, October through 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Gold Coast?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gold Coast, is 25.5°C (77.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gold Coast?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Gold Coast in December?

In Gold Coast, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in December in Gold Coast?

In December, the average sea temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

When are the longest days in Gold Coast?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gold Coast have in December?

In Gold Coast, the average day length in December is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gold Coast?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:52 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AEST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gold Coast?

The average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gold Coast?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Gold Coast, Australia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gold Coast?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average temperature in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average pressure in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average wind speed in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average humidity in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall days in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sea temperature in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in December: 25.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.4°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min

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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sunshine days in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average UV index in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average cloud cover in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Gold Coast, Australia

Average visibility in December - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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