Weather in December in The Kimberley
Considering a trip to the Kimberley this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Kimberley in December?
The Kimberley is a region in Australia. December in the Kimberley generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Broome at 34°C to very hot in Halls Creek at 38°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Halls Creek and 27°C in Broome. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Halls Creek with an average of 86 mm to high rainfall in Kununurra with 150 mm.Average sunshine
The city Broome usually sees around 293 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a closer look at December's conditions in the Kimberley, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the Kimberley's yearly weather, check out our the Kimberley climate page.
Where to go in the Kimberley in December
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in the Kimberley?
Broome
In December Broome generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Kununurra
In December Kununurra generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Derby
In December Derby generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Wyndham
In December Wyndham generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Halls Creek
In December Halls Creek generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Kimberley, in Australia.
Is December the best time to visit the Kimberley?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Kimberley with often unpleasant weather in Broome.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Broome. In contrast, December tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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