December Weather in Adelaide

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Adelaide, South Africa, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (98°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (47°F). Typically, the humidity level in Adelaide throughout December hovers around 80%.

8°C (47°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

36°C (98°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Adelaide averages 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 15 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 37 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.

70 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 37 minutes

Sunshine hours

31%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Adelaide reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 2 5 8 11 14 15 14 11 8 5 2 1 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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