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Airlie Beach weather in December (Queensland, Australia)

Looking to travel to Airlie Beach in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Airlie Beach typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Airlie Beach in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 9 days of rain.

With around 277 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Airlie Beach, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 60%  
SunshineSunshine 277 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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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 Airlie Beach in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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