Moreton Island weather in December
December – the first month of summer – is an excellent time to visit Moreton Island.
You can expect warm weather, sunny skies and eight hours of sunshine daily, with the occasional rain shower.
How hot is it in Moreton Island in December?
In December, daytime temperatures usually reach 28°C (82°F) in Moreton Island, with moderate to high heat and humidity, falling to 20°C (68°F) at night.
However, on the warmest days of the month, temperatures may climb to around 33°C (91°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Moreton Island in December?
The average dew point temperature in Moreton Island in December is 19°C (66°F), which feels mainly comfortable.
There are on average 16 days in December that may feel humid.
How sunny is it in Moreton Island in December?
There are more than eight hours of bright sunshine each day in Moreton Island in December – that's around 62% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in December?
Sunrise is around 4:50am with sunset around 6:40pm. The summer solstice, 21st December, is the longest day of the year in the Southern Hemisphere – 13 hours, 50 minutes.
How warm is the sea in Moreton Island in December?
The average sea temperature in Moreton Island in December is 25°C (77°F), which is pleasant for swimming.
Does it rain in Moreton Island in December?
Moreton Island has 79mm (3in) of rainfall on average in December, distributed across eight days.
How windy is it in Moreton Island in December?
December has an average hourly wind speed of 16 kilometres per hour (10 mph; 8.6 knots).
What to do in Moreton Island in December?
December is an excellent time to enjoy the island’s beaches and hiking trails, as well as swimming, snorkelling and diving.
Local holidays?
Christmas Holidays – 25th & 26th Dec.
Peak summer season lasts from mid-December to the first week of January – accommodation should be booked well in advance to avoid disappointment.
Moreton Island weather in December
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High Temp: 28°C (82°F) |
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Low Temp: 20°C (68°F) |
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Sunshine: 8 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 16 km/h (10 mph; 8.6 knots) |
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Wet Days: 8 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 79 mm (3 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Hot; ≤ 16 muggy days |
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UV Index: Very high |
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Sea Temp: 25°C (77°F) |
Weather station: Cape Moreton Lighthouse, located on the north-eastern tip of Moreton Island. Source: Bureau of Meteorology (BoM). Climate data collected during 1991 to 2020.
Best time to visit Moreton Island
Anytime. For hot-weather activities on the beach or poolside, the best time to visit Moreton Island is during summer between December and March.
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Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices. Dew point temperature measures moisture content in the atmosphere: a higher dew point feels more humid, while a lower dew point feels drier.
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Latest update: Moreton Island weather in December: 16 July, 2024
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