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Katherine weather in December (Northern Territory, Australia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Katherine this December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Katherine usually has extremely high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 36°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 25°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Katherine in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 218 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 9 days with rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Katherine. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Katherine, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 36°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 218 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  

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.

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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 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.

Camping
6/10

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