Monthly climate guide
Airlie Beach weather in December
Expect hot weather in Airlie Beach in December: afternoons reach about 30°C (86°F), while nights drop to around 24°C (76°F). Around 110 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- This is rainy-season territory in Airlie Beach: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Humidity near 73% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 24°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Just 230 km apart, but Airlie Beach runs about 3°C cooler than Townsville this month.
December is typically Airlie Beach's warmest month.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
24°C
76°F
Rainfall
110 mm
wet
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Airlie Beach weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 209 mm | 77% | 53% |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 180 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 28°C / 83°F | 24°C / 76°F | 239 mm | 81% | 59% |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 79 mm | 78% | 37% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 46 mm | 75% | 41% |
| June | 24°C / 74°F | 18°C / 64°F | 26 mm | 74% | 37% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 17°C / 62°F | 29 mm | 74% | 30% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 17°C / 63°F | 13 mm | 70% | 24% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 67°F | 9 mm | 70% | 22% |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 32 mm | 70% | 28% |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 38 mm | 70% | 32% |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 76°F | 110 mm | 73% | 40% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Airlie Beach?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Airlie Beach →Other Australia cities in December
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Airlie Beach in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Airlie Beach?
December is one of the wetter months in Airlie Beach, with about 110 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Airlie Beach in December?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 24°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Airlie Beach in December?
Airlie Beach typically gets around 110 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Airlie Beach (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.