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New Town Weather in December

New Town in December sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 61 mm (2.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in New Town in December

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 13 days of rain, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in). The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in New Town in December

If you're visiting New Town in December, expect perfect temperatures with highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in New Town in December

With approximately 249 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in New Town in December

December sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

Average water temperature in December

The water is 16°C (61°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for New Town.

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New Town Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C (61°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 49% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 249 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Hobart, Tasmania (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Australia in December

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 New Town in December

For New Town in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 16°C (61°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in New Town in December

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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