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Ross River weather in December (Queensland, Australia)

Planning a trip to Ross River in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Ross River generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Ross River in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 276 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ross River climate page with graphs.

 

Ross River, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Townsville, Australia (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in December

Find out more about the weather in Australia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ross River in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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