Sea Temperature in Darwin in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Arafura Sea in Darwin in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Darwin. 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 Darwin in December

28°C

MINIMUN

30.5°C

AVERAGE

33°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Darwin

Water Temperature Chart for Arafura Sea in Darwin in December

Sea Temperature Table in Darwin in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	29°C	30°C	31°C	30.3°C
Dec 2	30°C	31°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 3	31°C	31°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 4	31°C	31°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 5	31°C	32°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 6	32°C	30°C	31°C	31.0°C
Dec 7	31°C	31°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 8	32°C	31°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 9	32°C	32°C	32°C	31.8°C
Dec 10	31°C	32°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 11	31°C	31°C	31°C	31.3°C
Dec 12	30°C	31°C	31°C	31.0°C
Dec 13	30°C	31°C	31°C	31.0°C
Dec 14	30°C	30°C	31°C	30.8°C
Dec 15	30°C	31°C	32°C	31.3°C
Dec 16	29°C	31°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 17	30°C	30°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 18	30°C	30°C	32°C	30.8°C
Dec 19	30°C	30°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 20	30°C	30°C	32°C	30.8°C
Dec 21	31°C	30°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 22	29°C	30°C	32°C	30.8°C
Dec 23	30°C	30°C	31°C	30.8°C
Dec 24	31°C	30°C	32°C	31.0°C
Dec 25	31°C	29°C	31°C	30.5°C
Dec 26	31°C	29°C	31°C	30.5°C
Dec 27	30°C	30°C	31°C	30.5°C
Dec 28	31°C	30°C	31°C	31.0°C
Dec 29	31°C	30°C	31°C	31.0°C
Dec 30	31°C	32°C	31°C	31.3°C

Darwin Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

32°C

Average Day Air Temperature

23°C

Average Night Air Temperature

229 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

20 days

Number of Rainy Days

12 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

9 km/h

Average Wind Speed

82%

Average
humidity

Darwin lies within the Northern Territory in Australia. The average daytime temperature in Darwin in December is 32°C (90°F), while the nighttime average is 23°C (73°F). There are typically 20 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 229 mm (9.0 inches). The daylight duration in December in Darwin is 12 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 9 km/h (6 mph), and the humidity level is around 82%.

The water temperature in Darwin in December ranges from 30°C to 31°C (86°F to 88°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 31°C (88°F), shifting to 31°C (88°F) by mid-December and reaching 31°C (88°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Darwin for December is 31°C (88°F). The water is very warm, making swimming pleasant, though it may not be as refreshing. In very hot air temperatures, it might feel more like a bath.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Darwin

What is the sea temperature in Darwin in December?

The water temperature in the Arafura Sea in Darwin in December ranges from 30°C to 31°C (86°F to 88°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Arafura Sea in Darwin in December?

The average sea temperature in Darwin in December is 31°C (88°F), and the air temperature is 32°C (90°F), so the water is very warm, making swimming pleasant, though it may not be as refreshing. In very hot air temperatures, it might feel more like a bath.