Newcastle weather in December (New South Wales, Australia)

How is the weather in Newcastle in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Newcastle the weather in December is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 25°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

Newcastle in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Newcastle, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 59% *  
* Data from: Maitland, Australia (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in December

Find out more about the weather in Australia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Newcastle in December?

For visitors traveling to Newcastle, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Newcastle.

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