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Weather in Cairns for December 2024
Your guide to Cairns weather in December - trends and predictions
Until now, December 2024 in Cairns has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 29.4 °C (showing only a slight deviation of 0.4 °C).
The forecast for the next days in Cairns predicts temperatures to be around 31 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Cairns at the beginning of December is 29.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 30.9 °C by the end of December.
Cairns experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 853 mm.
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5
Dry days
26
Rainy days
0
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28°/23°
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18 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Cairns in December average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  31° | ||||||
| 2  30° | 3  30° | 4 28° | 5 27° | 6 30° | 7 29° | 8 30° |
| 9  30° | 10 30° | 11  31° | 12 31° | 13 28° | 14 29° | 15 28° |
| 16 28° | 17  28° | 18 27° | 19 27° | 20  28° | 21 27° | 22 28° |
| 23  30° | 24 33° | 25 32° | 26 30° | 27 30° | 28 31° | 29 31° |
| 30 31° | 31 31° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Cairns
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /23° | 3.4 mm | 9 | |
| 2 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 30° /23° | 2.4 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 30° /23° | 2.4 mm | 9 | |
| 4 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /23° | 6.4 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /23° | 6.4 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /23° | 1 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /22° | 1.3 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /23° | 0.3 mm | 8 | |
| 9 Dec. | Sunny | 30° /23° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 10 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 30° /22° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Dec. | Overcast | 31° /22° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 12 Dec. | Light rain shower | 31° /24° | 13.5 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Dec. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 144 mm | 8 | |
| 14 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /25° | 58.3 mm | 8 | |
| 15 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /24° | 61.4 mm | 8 | |
| 16 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /24° | 25.5 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Dec. | Torrential rain shower | 28° /23° | 50.8 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /22° | 60.7 mm | 8 | |
| 19 Dec. | Light rain shower | 27° /23° | 6.5 mm | 8 | |
| 20 Dec. | Patchy light drizzle | 28° /23° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /22° | 0.8 mm | 6 | |
| 22 Dec. | Heavy rain | 28° /24° | 43.2 mm | 2.4 | |
| 23 Dec. | Moderate rain | 30° /24° | 8.9 mm | 3.3 | |
| 24 Dec. | Sunny | 33° /21° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| 25 Dec. | Sunny | 32° /24° | 0 mm | 3.7 | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /25° | 1.5 mm | 9 | |
| 27 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Dec. | Sunny | 31° /21° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 29 Dec. | Sunny | 31° /23° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 30 Dec. | Sunny | 31° /24° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 31 Dec. | Sunny | 31° /24° | 0 mm | 10 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cairns in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Cairns forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Cairns in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cairns during December?
During December, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 28° and lows near 23°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cairns during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 853 mm is expected in Cairns during December, occurring over more than 26 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cairns during December?
The average wind speed in Cairns during December is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
December rainfall patterns in Cairns
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UV exposure in Cairns during December
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