December Weather in Parkes

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Parkes, Australia, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). Highs can soar to 39°C (103°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Parkes throughout December hovers around 62%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

24°C (75°F)

Average temperature

39°C (103°F)

Maximum temperature

62%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Parkes averages 43 mm (1.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 54 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 65% probability of sunny days during this period.

43 mm (1.7 inches)

Precipitation

5 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 54 minutes

Sunshine hours

65%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Parkes reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 5 8 12 14 15 14 12 8 5 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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