Normal weather for Northern Territory in December
It's hot in December in Northern Territory with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
In December, there is an average of 254 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Northern Territory in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
254 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
23 days | 10 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Northern Territory with hot temperatures, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights close to 27°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 34°C, with nights close to 27°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Northern Territory will be around 33°C, with nights close to 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Northern Territory?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Northern Territory. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Northern Territory in December
With 36°C, Northern Territory hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 22°C to a high of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Northern Territory
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Northern Territory, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Northern Territory
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Northern Territory, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 23 days of rain in Northern Territory.
Daily UV Index in December in Northern Territory
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Northern Territory, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Northern Territory Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Northern Territory, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Northern Territory Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Northern Territory, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Northern Territory
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Northern Territory. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Northern Territory by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Northern Territory. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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