Melbourne weather in December (Victoria, Australia)
What's the typical weather in Melbourne for December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
For December, the weather in Melbourne is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 24°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 13°C.
Precipitation
Melbourne in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 265 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Melbourne. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
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Melbourne, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Water Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
63 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
45%
Windspeed
3 m/s
Sunshine
265 hours
Percentage Sunshine
58%
Where to go in Australia in December
Find out more about the weather in Australia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Melbourne's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Melbourne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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