Melbourne weather in December (Victoria, Australia)
How is the weather in Melbourne in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In Melbourne, December is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 24°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C.
Melbourne in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.
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.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Melbourne climate page with graphs.
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
11 km/h
Sunshine
265 hours
Percentage Sunshine
58%
Where to go in Australia in December
Find out more about the weather in Australia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Melbourne in December?
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 in December.
Interested in more climate information?
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