Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Australia this December.
Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 16°C (61°F) in Adventure Bay to 42°C (108°F) in Marble Bar. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Marble Bar and 12°C (54°F) in Adventure Bay.
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Melbourne averages a daytime high of 24°C (75°F) in December, which is high for Australia.
Average overnight lows in Australia during December sit near 13°C (55°F) in Melbourne.
From a thorough analysis of our records, Marble Bar clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 42°C (108°F), and evenings that remain near 25°C (77°F).
For the month of December, Adventure Bay is the most temperate city in Australia based on our records. Highs average 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 12°C (54°F).
Melbourne enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Darwin this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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