Monthly climate guide
Canberra weather in December
Expect warm weather in Canberra in December: afternoons reach about 26°C (79°F), while nights drop to around 12°C (53°F). Around 67 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than November and 3°C cooler than January.
What stands out in December
- Just 250 km apart, but Canberra runs about 2°C warmer than Sydney this month.
- Only one month is warmer in Canberra than December.
- December brings early summer to Canberra — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
67 mm
some rain
Humidity
61%
relative
Sky
58%
cloud · often cloudy
Canberra weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 57°F | 68 mm | 62% | 56% |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 55°F | 92 mm | 68% | 58% |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 89 mm | 73% | 56% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 47°F | 45 mm | 76% | 52% |
| May | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 26 mm | 77% | 41% |
| June | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 60 mm | 85% | 49% |
| July | 11°C / 51°F | 2°C / 35°F | 39 mm | 82% | 42% |
| August | 12°C / 53°F | 2°C / 35°F | 51 mm | 78% | 43% |
| September | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 39°F | 40 mm | 72% | 46% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 7°C / 44°F | 56 mm | 67% | 53% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 10°C / 49°F | 73 mm | 64% | 58% |
| December | 26°C / 79°F | 12°C / 53°F | 67 mm | 61% | 58% |
What to pack for December
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Canberra?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Canberra →Other Australia cities in December
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Canberra in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Canberra?
December is a reasonable time for Canberra: highs around 26°C and about 67 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Canberra in December?
Average highs are about 26°C (79°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Canberra in December?
Canberra typically gets around 67 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Canberra (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.