December
Weather in December
Temperature
An average high-temperature of a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F) marks December, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. Lord Howe Island encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the December nights, with a low-temperature average of 19.2°C (66.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 66%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 102mm (4.02") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 22°C (71.6°F).Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 22°C (71.6°F) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 7:31 pm +11.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Lord Howe Island, with an average of 12h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 12 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Reduce the risk of sunburn by avoiding prolonged exposure and using sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Take heed! Reflections of sand and water make the Sun's UV rays stronger.
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Average temperature in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average high temperature in December: 24°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (13.5°C).
Average humidity in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average humidity in December: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average rainfall in December: 102.4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (173.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (102.4mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.1 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average sea temperature in December: 22°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (19°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average daylight in December: 14h and 1min
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: 12h
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 23h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 12h).
Average UV index in December
Lord Howe Island, Australia
- Average UV index in December: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
