Weather in Newcastle, Australia in December

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Visiting Newcastle, Australia in December

December is one of the best months to visit Newcastle for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright.

December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). December is a good month for swimming in Newcastle with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Also consider visiting Newcastle in one of the other best months of January, March, October, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Newcastle in December?

Yes, December is a good time for sunbathing in Newcastle.

December has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Newcastle in December?

Yes, December is a good month for swimming in Newcastle with warm sea temperatures 23°C (73°F).

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Newcastle?

Yes, December is a good time for a holiday in Newcastle.

December has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. December has total rainfall of 7.4cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). December is a good month for swimming in Newcastle with comfortable temperatures for most people.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Newcastle warm in December?

Yes, Newcastle is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in December.

The average maximum temperature in Newcastle in December is 27°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (78°) in the previous month and 29°C (84°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Newcastle in December is 22°C (71°F). The average temperature is 20°C (69°F) in the previous month and 23°C (74°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Newcastle in December?

The average day light hours per day in Newcastle in December are 14.3. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Newcastle in December

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Newcastle in December is 27°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 29°C (84°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Newcastle in December is 22°C (71°F). The average temperature is 20°C (69°F) in the previous month and 23°C (74°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Newcastle in December is 17°C (62°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Newcastle in December

The days in December are longer than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 14.3 per day in Newcastle. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Newcastle in December is typically 13.2 during December. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Newcastle in December

The average sea water temperature in Newcastle in December is 22.6°C (72.7°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Rainfall in Newcastle in December

December weather is much drier than the previous month. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Newcastle in December is 7.4cm (2.9inches) and on average there are 10.7 rainy days in December making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Newcastle in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Newcastle in December is 18°C (65°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 20°C (20°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Newcastle in December is typically 95%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.1% in the previous month and 95% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Newcastle in December is typically 71.6%. The average relative humidity is 72.6% in the previous month and 72.6% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Newcastle in December

The average maximum wind speed in Newcastle in December is typically 31KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 31KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 31KM/H (19MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Newcastle in December is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Newcastle in December is from the East-Southeast.

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