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Victoria Weather in December

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

Planning a trip to Victoria, Australia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Victoria in December

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. In December, Victoria experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Cape Bridgewater at 19°C (66°F) and very warm in Mildura at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Mildura and 14°C (57°F) in Cape Bridgewater.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to high rainfall in Warburton with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Melbourne enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Victoria by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Victoria in December

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

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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 Victoria

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

Temperature range in Victoria (December)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (December)

Melbourne

In December Melbourne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
265 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Daylesford

In December Daylesford generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Bendigo

In December Bendigo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Warrnambool

In December Warrnambool generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Ballarat

In December Ballarat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Daylesford 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Bendigo 28°C (82°F) 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Warrnambool 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Ballarat 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Hepburn Springs 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Victoria weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Victoria, Australia typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melbourne average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

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

In Melbourne, the average daytime high in December is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Victoria, Australia during December, with Melbourne averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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