Port Stephens Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Port Stephens, Australia in December.

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Nelson Bay Shoal Bay Salamander Bay Soldiers Point

Planning a getaway to Port Stephens, 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 Port Stephens in December

Port Stephens, Australia is a region in Australia. December in Port Stephens generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Nelson Bay.

For specific regional insights in Port Stephens, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 72 mm (2.8 in) in Nelson Bay.

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Best Places to Visit in Port Stephens in December

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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 Port Stephens

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

Temperature range in Port Stephens (December)

Precipitation variation in Port Stephens (December)

Nelson Bay

In December Nelson Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nelson Bay →

Shoal Bay

In December Shoal Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Shoal Bay →

Salamander Bay

In December Salamander Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salamander Bay →

Soldiers Point

In December Soldiers Point generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Soldiers Point →

Raymond Terrace

In December Raymond Terrace generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Raymond Terrace →

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Port Stephens in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson Bay 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Shoal Bay 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Salamander Bay 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Soldiers Point 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Raymond Terrace 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Port Stephens weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Port Stephens, Australia in December?

Port Stephens, Australia typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nelson Bay average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Port Stephens, Australia in December?

Average temperatures in Port Stephens, Australia during December range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Nelson Bay.

Does Port Stephens, Australia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Port Stephens, Australia. Nelson Bay averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Port Stephens, Australia?

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

Generally speaking, January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Nelson Bay.

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