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Kuranda Weather in December

Kuranda in December sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 147 mm (5.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Kuranda in December

Historically, the month has about 10 days of rain, averaging 147 mm (5.8 in) in total. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Kuranda in December

Daytime temperatures in Kuranda reach 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Kuranda in December

The month enjoys around 232 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Average water temperature in December

With water at 27°C (81°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period, it feels comfortable straight away.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Kuranda Temperature in December

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Water Temperature
27°C (81°F) *
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
147 mm (5.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
232 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cairns, Australia (14 KM, 8 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 Kuranda in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Kuranda in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Kuranda in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

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

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