The Kimberley weather in December
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 very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 34°C in Broome to 38°C in Halls Creek. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Halls Creek and 27°C in Broome. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
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. Meanwhile, Broome enjoys approximately 293 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
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.
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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.
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Kununurra
In December Kununurra generally has very 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.
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Derby
In December Derby generally has very 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.
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Wyndham
In December Wyndham generally has very 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.
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Halls Creek
In December Halls Creek generally has very 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.
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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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