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Melbourne in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Melbourne in December and see if it is worth visiting.
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December

Weather in Melbourne in December 2024

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in December? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and about 7 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 56 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+44°C
Max.
56 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in December.

Average temperature in Melbourne in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Melbourne for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in December is +24°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +34°C during the day and a minimum of +12°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +21°C.

Is Melbourne warm or cold in December?

Melbourne is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +21°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +12°C to +14°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

December is one of the warmest months in Melbourne, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Melbourne in December

Water in Melbourne in December is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C. The air temperature averaging +23°C is higher than the water temperature.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Melbourne are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Melbourne in December?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Melbourne in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Melbourne in December

Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+21°C+23°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+4°C+6°C+7°C
Max. temperature
+41°C+44°C+45°C
Rainfall
60 mm56 mm48 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+17°C+19°C
Humidity
67%65%64%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
678
Cloudy days
101011
Rainy days
131210
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as good as in November. It’s getting warmer as December arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +21°C to +23°C during the day. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 60 mm to 56 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 67% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 6 to 7.

January brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Melbourne in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Melbourne is gradually decreasing during December, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 52%, leading to total precipitation of around 106 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Melbourne wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 31% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Melbourne?

This is the weather in Melbourne in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+21°C
2 December
🌧️
+18°C
3 December
☀️
+24°C
4 December
☀️
+33°C
5 December
☁️
+27°C
6 December
☀️
+23°C
7 December
☁️
+25°C
8 December
🌧️
+33°C
9 December
🌧️
+18°C
10 December
☁️
+20°C
11 December
🌫️
+21°C
12 December
☁️
+33°C
13 December
🌧️
+34°C
14 December
☁️
+26°C
15 December
☁️
+24°C
16 December
☁️
+23°C
17 December
☀️
+25°C
18 December
🌧️
+26°C
19 December
☁️
+19°C
20 December
☀️
+21°C
21 December
☀️
+25°C
22 December
☀️
+24°C
23 December
☀️
+24°C
24 December
🌧️
+25°C
25 December
🌧️
+22°C
26 December
☁️
+24°C
27 December
☁️
+25°C
28 December
☁️
+20°C
29 December
☁️
+20°C
30 December
☁️
+19°C
31 December
☀️
+21°C
In December 2023 Melbourne had 9 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +18°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Melbourne climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Melbourne in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+17°C) and the highest in 2014 (+21°C). The driest year was 2006 with only 349 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1214 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Melbourne in December:

Is December a good time to visit Melbourne?

December is a really good time to go to Melbourne. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Melbourne.

Can you sunbathe in Melbourne in December?

December is warm in Melbourne. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Melbourne in December?

In general, you can swim in Melbourne in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Melbourne rainy in December?

Melbourne is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Melbourne in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Melbourne

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Melbourne, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.