Hunter Valley Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Hunter Valley, Australia in December.

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Pokolbin Cessnock Rothbury Lovedale

Planning a trip to the Hunter Valley, Australia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Hunter Valley in December

The Hunter Valley, Australia is a region in Australia. December in the Hunter Valley generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Pokolbin. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in the Hunter Valley, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 78 mm (3.1 in) in Pokolbin.

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Best Places to Visit in the Hunter Valley in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Hunter Valley.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Hunter Valley

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Hunter Valley, Australia?

Temperature range in the Hunter Valley (December)

Precipitation variation in the Hunter Valley (December)

Pokolbin

In December Pokolbin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pokolbin →

Cessnock

In December Cessnock generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cessnock →

Rothbury

In December Rothbury generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Rothbury →

Lovedale

In December Lovedale generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lovedale →

Mount View

In December Mount View generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Mount View →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Hunter Valley, in Australia.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Hunter Valley in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pokolbin 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Cessnock 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Rothbury 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Lovedale 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Mount View 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Broke 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Hunter Valley weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Hunter Valley, Australia in December?

Expect perfect weather across the Hunter Valley, Australia in December. The popular destination of Pokolbin averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in the Hunter Valley, Australia in December?

In Pokolbin, the average daytime high in December is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does the Hunter Valley, Australia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in the Hunter Valley, Australia. Pokolbin averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Hunter Valley, Australia?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit the Hunter Valley, Australia with overall perfect weather in Pokolbin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Pokolbin. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be tolerable.

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