December Weather in Melbourne

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Melbourne, Australia, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (98°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Melbourne throughout December hovers around 50%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

37°C (98°F)

Maximum temperature

50%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Melbourne averages 74 mm (2.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 43 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 51 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 49% probability of sunny days during this period.

74 mm (2.9 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 51 minutes

Sunshine hours

49%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Melbourne reaches a maximum of 14, 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 4 7 10 13 14 14 12 8 5 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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