Darwin Weather in December
Australia · December climate averages and travel tips
Avg high31°C (88°F)
Avg low28°C (83°F)
Rainfall293 mm (11.5 in)
RatingPoor 2.2/10
Darwin in December sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), dropping to about 28°C (83°F) at night. The month is very wet, with about 293 mm (11.5 in) of rain spread over 29 days, making it the third wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 76%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.7 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is December a good time to visit Darwin?
December is not the best time to visit Darwin (2.2/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in May to August.
December weather at a glance
| Average high | 31°C (88°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 28°C (83°F) |
| Daily mean | 30°C (85°F) |
| Rainfall | 293 mm (11.5 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 29 |
| Humidity | 76% |
| Cloud cover | 87% |
| Daylight | 12.7 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.8 hours/day |
| Wind | 11.3 km/h |
| vs November | 1°C cooler than November, with 152 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Darwin in December
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Darwin weather in other months
Jan30°C / 28°C388 mmPoorFeb30°C / 28°C327 mmPoorMar30°C / 27°C274 mmPoorApr31°C / 26°C106 mmFairMay31°C / 24°C19 mmExcellentJun30°C / 22°C2 mmExcellentJul30°C / 22°C1 mmExcellentAug31°C / 23°C2 mmExcellentSep33°C / 26°C18 mmGoodOct33°C / 28°C63 mmFairNov32°C / 28°C141 mmPoorDec31°C / 28°C293 mmPoor
← NovemberBest time to visit DarwinJanuary →
Better weather in December nearby
- Perth25°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- Adelaide28°C · 21 mm · Excellent
- Melbourne24°C · 63 mm · Excellent
- Canberra26°C · 75 mm · Excellent
- Kingston22°C · 78 mm · Excellent
- Auckland22°C · 82 mm · Excellent
Nearby in December
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