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Northern Territory Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Northern Territory, Australia in December.

Planning a getaway to Northern Territory, Australia this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Northern Territory in December

Northern Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. December in Northern Territory generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Darwin at 33°C (91°F) and very hot in Uluru at 36°C (97°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Uluru and 26°C (79°F) in Darwin. On average, December is the warmest month of the year in Northern Territory, Australia. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Northern Territory, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Alice Springs with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Palmerston with 338 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Darwin gets approximately 223 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Northern Territory by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Northern Territory — and find the best time to visit. (based on Uluru)

Best Places to Visit in Northern Territory in December

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

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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 Northern Territory

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

Temperature range in Northern Territory (December)

Precipitation variation in Northern Territory (December)

Darwin

In December Darwin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
223 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
312 mm (12 in)
432 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Alice Springs

In December Alice Springs generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
303 hours
293 hours
313 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Palmerston

In December Palmerston generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
223 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
338 mm (13 in)
443 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Casuarina

In December Casuarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
223 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
304 mm (12 in)
425 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kings Canyon

In December Kings Canyon generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Northern Territory in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uluru 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Darwin 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 312 mm (12 in)
Alice Springs 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Palmerston 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 338 mm (13 in)
Casuarina 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 304 mm (12 in)
Kings Canyon 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Northern Territory weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Northern Territory, Australia in December?

Expect poor weather across Northern Territory, Australia in December. The popular destination of Darwin averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Northern Territory, Australia in December?

Darwin averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Northern Territory, Australia get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Darwin records an average of 312 mm (12 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Northern Territory, Australia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Northern Territory, Australia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Northern Territory, Australia due to the typically poor weather in Darwin.

Generally speaking, June and July provide pleasant weather in Darwin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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