Alice Springs Weather in December

December in Alice Springs brings extremely high temperatures around 36°C (97°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Alice Springs in December

You can typically expect 7 days of rain this month, averaging around 40 mm (1.6 in). When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Alice Springs in December

December in Alice Springs brings typical temperatures with highs around 36°C (97°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. At 22°C (72°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Alice Springs in December

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 293 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Alice Springs.

Wind Speed in Alice Springs in December

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during December. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alice Springs. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Alice Springs Temperature in December

Min Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Max Temperature 36°C (97°F)  

Chance of Rain 22%  

Precipitation 40 mm (1.6 in)  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 27%  

Windspeed 2 m/s (4 knots)  

Sunshine 293 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 72%  

What to Wear in Alice Springs in December

Get ready for hot weather in December! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Alice Springs in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Camping

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
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• August

• September
• October
• November
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Alice Springs's climate page.

More climate data for Alice Springs

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed

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