Sunshine Coast weather in December (Australia)

Can you expect sunny skies in Sunshine Coast in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Sunshine Coast typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 20°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Sunshine Coast in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 11 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 250 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sunshine Coast. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sunshine Coast climate page with graphs.

 

Sunshine Coast, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 103 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 250 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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).

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sunshine Coast.

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