In December, the weather at Coolangatta Beach is warm and sunny, with occasional rain showers. Swimming and sunbathing are popular activities during this month, as the water temperature is warm and inviting. Surfing conditions remain consistent, with good swells and winds for experienced surfers. Snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are also popular activities in December, thanks to the warm water and favorable wind conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is the beginning of the peak summer season at Coolangatta Beach, and the crowds start to increase significantly. The Christmas and New Year holidays, as well as the school holidays, result in a large number of beachgoers. The beach can be quite busy during this month, but there's still enough space to enjoy the sun and surf.
The average maximum temperature in Coolangatta Beach in December is 27°. The average maximum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average temperature in Coolangatta Beach in December is 23°. The average temperature ranges is 22° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Coolangatta Beach in December is 19°. The minimum temperature is 18° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Coolangatta Beach in December are 13.9 and there are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Coolangatta Beach in December is typically 13.9 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.
The average sea water temperature in Coolangatta Beach in December is 24.9° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Coolangatta Beach in December is 134.9cm and on average there are 11.5 rainy days in December making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Coolangatta Beach in December is 20° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 19° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Coolangatta Beach in December is typically 90.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.7% in the previous month and 90.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Coolangatta Beach in December is typically 73.2%. The average relative humidity is 73% in the previous month and 74.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Coolangatta Beach in December is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 29kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Coolangatta Beach in December is typically 16kmh. The average wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Coolangatta Beach in December is from the North-Northeast.
