Canberra Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Canberra in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 26°C (79°F) during the day, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Canberra in December

Historically, December sees about 12 days of rain, with a monthly average of 66 mm (2.6 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Canberra in December

December is one of the better months to visit Canberra. Expect 26°C (79°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. December is known for being in the summer season. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 11°C (52°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Canberra in December

There are approximately 295 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Canberra in December

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during December. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Canberra.