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Thursday Island Weather in December

During December, Thursday Island experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 27°C (81°F). December sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Thursday Island in December

As part of the rainy season, Thursday Island sees around 12 days of rain in December, with an average of 199 mm (7.8 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives. Late afternoons in particular can see strong showers, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Thursday Island in December

If you're visiting Thursday Island in December, expect highs of 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows around 27°C (81°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 27°C (81°F) overnight, the heat doesn't let up much after dark. If you're staying somewhere without air conditioning, a cold shower before bed and keeping the air moving can help. On average, it is the warmest month of the year.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Thursday Island. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Thursday Island Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 199 mm (7.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  

Best Places in Australia in December

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Thursday Island in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Thursday Island in December

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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