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Petrie weather in December (Australia)

How is the weather in Petrie in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Petrie generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C.

Petrie in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 265 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Petrie, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 23°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 57% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 265 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Brisbane, Australia (20 KM, 13 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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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 Petrie in December?

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. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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