Sea Temperature in Cairns in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Coral Sea in Cairns in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Cairns. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Cairns in December

26°C

MINIMUN

28.5°C

AVERAGE

31°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Cairns

Water Temperature Chart for Coral Sea in Cairns in December

Sea Temperature Table in Cairns in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	27°C	27°C	29°C	28.0°C
Dec 2	29°C	27°C	29°C	28.5°C
Dec 3	29°C	26°C	29°C	28.3°C
Dec 4	29°C	27°C	29°C	28.5°C
Dec 5	28°C	27°C	29°C	28.3°C
Dec 6	29°C	27°C	29°C	28.5°C
Dec 7	28°C	28°C	28°C	28.3°C
Dec 8	28°C	28°C	27°C	28.0°C
Dec 9	28°C	28°C	27°C	28.3°C
Dec 10	29°C	27°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 11	29°C	27°C	30°C	29.0°C
Dec 12	28°C	28°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 13	28°C	27°C	28°C	28.3°C
Dec 14	29°C	28°C	29°C	29.0°C
Dec 15	29°C	28°C	28°C	28.8°C
Dec 16	29°C	28°C	29°C	29.0°C
Dec 17	29°C	28°C	30°C	29.3°C
Dec 18	30°C	28°C	30°C	29.5°C
Dec 19	29°C	27°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 20	29°C	28°C	29°C	29.0°C
Dec 21	30°C	28°C	29°C	29.3°C
Dec 22	29°C	28°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 23	29°C	28°C	28°C	28.5°C
Dec 24	28°C	28°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 25	29°C	28°C	28°C	28.8°C
Dec 26	28°C	28°C	29°C	28.8°C
Dec 27	29°C	28°C	29°C	29.0°C
Dec 28	29°C	28°C	28°C	28.8°C
Dec 29	29°C	29°C	28°C	29.0°C
Dec 30	29°C	29°C	29°C	29.0°C

Cairns Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

31°C

Average Day Air Temperature

23°C

Average Night Air Temperature

186 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

13 days

Number of Rainy Days

13 hrs

Daylight
per Day

8 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

14 km/h

Average Wind Speed

65%

Average
humidity

Cairns lies within the Queensland in Australia. The average daytime temperature in Cairns in December is 31°C (89°F), while the nighttime average is 23°C (74°F). There are typically 13 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 186 mm (7.3 inches). The daylight duration in December in Cairns is 13 hours, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 14 km/h (9 mph), and the humidity level is around 65%.

The water temperature in Cairns in December ranges from 28°C to 29°C (82°F to 84°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 28°C (82°F), shifting to 29°C (84°F) by mid-December and reaching 29°C (84°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Cairns for December is 29°C (84°F). The water is almost like a bath, perfect for those who prefer very warm conditions. However, it may not be as refreshing on extremely hot days.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Cairns

What is the sea temperature in Cairns in December?

The water temperature in the Coral Sea in Cairns in December ranges from 28°C to 29°C (82°F to 84°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Coral Sea in Cairns in December?

The average sea temperature in Cairns in December is 29°C (84°F), and the air temperature is 31°C (89°F), so the water is almost like a bath, perfect for those who prefer very warm conditions. However, it may not be as refreshing on extremely hot days.