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Queensland Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Queensland, Australia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Queensland in December

Queensland, Australia is a region in Australia. Queensland, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Point Lookout at 26°C (79°F) and very hot in Winton at 38°C (100°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Winton and 23°C (73°F) in Point Lookout.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Queensland, Australia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cunnamulla with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Weipa with 235 mm (9.3 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Gold Coast sees around 250 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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

Best Places to Visit in Queensland in December

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

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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 Queensland

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

Temperature range in Queensland (December)

Precipitation variation in Queensland (December)

Gold Coast

In December Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
250 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Brisbane

In December Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
265 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Noosa Heads

In December Noosa Heads generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cairns

In December Cairns generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
232 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
153 mm (6 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Port Douglas

In December Port Douglas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
232 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
341 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cairns 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Gold Coast 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Brisbane 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Noosa Heads 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Port Douglas 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Mooloolaba 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Queensland weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Queensland, Australia in December?

In December, Queensland, Australia generally has pleasant weather conditions. Gold Coast sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Queensland, Australia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Gold Coast peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in December, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Queensland, Australia get a lot of rain in December?

Queensland, Australia sees substantial rainfall in December. Gold Coast typically averages about 118 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Queensland, Australia?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Gold Coast, December may not be the ideal time to visit Queensland, Australia.

On average, the best time to visit Queensland, Australia is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Gold Coast.

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