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Perth weather in December (Western Australia, Australia)

How is December weather typically in Perth, Australia? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Perth experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and low rainfall. The summer season takes place during December. As the day progresses, monthly temperatures can peak at 30°C. At nightfall, they typically drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

Perth in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. On average, there are about 4 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 354 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny moments. This makes it a great month for sightseeing.

Average windspeed

Average wind conditions reach 7 m/s in December. This indicates a windy month with strong breezes dominating the weather pattern. Remember this is an average: while most days are notably windy, some calmer periods occur alongside more stormy conditions.

Average water temperature in December

The water temperature is 19°C, which some find comfortable for swimming while others may prefer warmer conditions. With the right preparation, it can make for an enjoyable swim.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Perth.

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Perth, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 41%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 354 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a 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 Perth's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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