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George Town Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F), December in George Town brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
Rainfall in George Town in December
This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in George Town in December
George Town in December is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 12°C (54°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in George Town in December
There are approximately 282 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
George Town Temperature in December
Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
51% *
Sunshine
282 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Launceston, Australia (45 KM, 28 Miles).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in George Town in December
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in George Town in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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