Raymond Terrace Weather in December (1981–2025)

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December at a Glance in Raymond Terrace

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
25.1°C
Avg Low
❄️
19.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
22.2°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
78 mm
Avg Humidity
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72%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.9 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+3.1°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Mild mornings☀️Very sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Raymond Terrace December Weather Overview

December is one of the warmer months of the year in Raymond Terrace, with average highs near 25.1°C and lows around 19.3°C (mean 22.2°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm of rainfall and 72% relative humidity across the period.

Raymond Terrace December Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

December is one of the warmer months of the year in Raymond Terrace. Across 45 years of records, the warmest December in Raymond Terrace was 1990 — when the month averaged 24.4°C — while the coldest was 2011 at 19.7°C. Typical December days reach 25.1°C with nights near 19.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp22.0°C→22.5°C+0.5°C
Max Temp25.1°C→25.4°C+0.3°C
Min Temp18.8°C→19.6°C+0.8°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

19.0°C–20.5°C3 yr (7%)
20.5°C–22.0°C14 yr (31%)
22.0°C–23.5°C22 yr (49%)
23.5°C–25.0°C6 yr (13%)

Raymond Terrace December Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

December is about average for rainfall in Raymond Terrace, averaging 78 mm of rainfall. The wettest December on record was 1991 with 192 mm, while the driest was 2019 at 5 mm.

Raymond Terrace December Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Raymond Terrace during December averages 72%. The most humid December was 1992 at 80%, and the least humid was 2019 at 65%.

Raymond Terrace December Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

December receives about 6.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Raymond Terrace. The sunniest December was 2005 at 8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2011 at 5.5.

Raymond Terrace December Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Raymond Terrace during December is 2.9 m/s. The windiest December was 2002 at 3.2 m/s, while the calmest were 1981, 1982 and 2024 at 2.5 m/s.

What December Feels Like in Raymond Terrace

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Mild
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How December Ranks in Raymond Terrace

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️1st sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Raymond Terrace Weather by Month

Raymond Terrace December Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp21.8°C21.8°C22.4°C22.4°C22.4°C+0.6°C
Avg High24.9°C24.7°C25.3°C25.4°C25.2°C+0.3°C
Avg Low18.8°C19.0°C19.5°C19.5°C19.6°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain77 mm86 mm76 mm75 mm72 mm-5 mm

Extreme December Records in Raymond Terrace

🔥Warmest December36.0°C2019
🧊Coldest December14.1°C2013
🌧️Wettest December192 mm1991
🏜️Driest December5 mm2019
🌬️Windiest December3.2 m/s2002

Key Insights for December

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December temperatures in Raymond Terrace have risen by about 0.5°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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December has ranged from a record low of 14.1°C (2013) to a record high of 36°C (2019).

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Rainfall in December is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm, with a wettest year of 192 mm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Raymond Terrace?

One of the best times to visit Raymond Terrace

December is one of the best times to visit Raymond Terrace. Expect days averaging 25.1°C and nights around 19.3°C (mean 22.2°C) — warmer than Raymond Terrace's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (78 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Raymond Terrace's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Raymond Terrace Weather in December — In Depth

☀️ December climate overview

December is one of the warmer months of the year in Raymond Terrace, with average highs near 25.1°C and lows around 19.3°C (mean 22.2°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 78 mm of rainfall and 72% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in December

December averages 78 mm of rainfall in Raymond Terrace, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest December on record saw 192 mm (1991), and the driest just 5 mm (2019). Humidity sits around 72% and average wind speed is 2.9 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.7 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How December has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 0.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 25.1°C to 25.4°C and overnight lows from 18.8°C to 19.6°C over the same span.
December Weather in Raymond Terrace, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202526.0°C22.7°C19.5°C34.5°C15.8°C64 mm68%2.7 m/s—
202426.7°C23.6°C20.5°C32.1°C17.9°C27 mm73%2.5 m/s7.3
202326.7°C23.7°C20.6°C34.4°C18.4°C73 mm75%2.6 m/s6.9
202223.1°C20.4°C17.7°C27.7°C15.0°C39 mm69%3 m/s7
202124.3°C22.0°C19.6°C30.3°C16.0°C70 mm77%2.8 m/s6.7
202024.4°C22.0°C19.7°C32.3°C17.3°C158 mm75%3 m/s5.6
201926.6°C23.1°C19.6°C36.0°C16.3°C5 mm65%2.9 m/s7.4
201826.2°C23.0°C19.9°C31.6°C17.7°C89 mm73%2.8 m/s7.4
201726.5°C23.4°C20.3°C33.7°C17.4°C61 mm74%2.7 m/s6.5
201627.2°C23.7°C20.3°C34.2°C18.1°C63 mm71%2.8 m/s6.9
201525.1°C22.2°C19.3°C31.6°C16.9°C118 mm71%2.9 m/s6.7
201425.4°C22.7°C19.9°C30.8°C18.0°C133 mm74%2.7 m/s6.4
201324.8°C21.8°C18.8°C32.2°C14.1°C26 mm72%2.8 m/s7.4
201225.5°C22.5°C19.5°C33.1°C16.4°C80 mm72%3.1 m/s6.2
2011 ❄️21.5°C19.7°C17.9°C27.0°C15.2°C105 mm75%3.1 m/s5.5
201024.9°C22.2°C19.6°C27.9°C14.6°C69 mm74%2.7 m/s6.1
200925.5°C22.7°C20.0°C32.0°C16.6°C78 mm74%3 m/s6.1
200825.2°C22.0°C18.9°C30.4°C17.3°C82 mm70%2.7 m/s6.6
200724.0°C21.9°C19.8°C27.3°C17.6°C126 mm77%3 m/s6
200624.2°C21.4°C18.6°C31.1°C14.3°C79 mm72%3.1 m/s6.6
200527.4°C23.8°C20.3°C34.4°C16.1°C25 mm67%2.6 m/s8
200424.1°C21.5°C18.8°C34.0°C15.8°C85 mm73%3.1 m/s6.7
200325.6°C22.8°C20.0°C32.0°C17.8°C49 mm73%3 m/s6.4
200224.9°C22.0°C19.1°C33.3°C16.4°C133 mm71%3.2 m/s6.8
200126.0°C22.7°C19.5°C33.7°C17.0°C54 mm69%2.8 m/s6.6
200026.3°C23.3°C20.3°C33.3°C16.4°C54 mm69%2.6 m/s7.1
199923.6°C21.1°C18.7°C29.2°C17.1°C67 mm73%3.1 m/s6.5
199825.0°C22.5°C19.9°C30.2°C16.6°C46 mm74%2.8 m/s7
199727.2°C24.0°C20.8°C33.4°C18.8°C46 mm69%2.8 m/s6.8
199624.4°C21.2°C18.1°C30.1°C15.7°C67 mm71%3 m/s6.7
199523.0°C20.3°C17.7°C28.9°C14.5°C101 mm74%3.1 m/s6.5
199424.5°C21.7°C18.9°C33.9°C15.9°C68 mm73%3.1 m/s6.8
199324.8°C21.7°C18.6°C30.3°C16.0°C51 mm70%2.9 m/s6.5
199222.8°C20.7°C18.6°C28.5°C15.5°C183 mm80%2.9 m/s6.1
1991 🌧️23.4°C20.6°C17.9°C28.8°C15.3°C192 mm74%2.8 m/s6.4
1990 🔥28.2°C24.4°C20.6°C35.5°C16.7°C37 mm69%2.6 m/s7.4
198924.1°C21.2°C18.3°C30.2°C16.3°C102 mm72%2.8 m/s6.9
198824.7°C22.2°C19.6°C30.6°C17.0°C92 mm77%3 m/s6
198724.9°C22.0°C19.1°C32.8°C15.8°C99 mm71%3 m/s6.4
198624.3°C21.3°C18.2°C30.2°C15.9°C21 mm66%3.1 m/s7.8
198526.1°C22.8°C19.5°C32.4°C15.7°C76 mm68%2.6 m/s6.9
198424.7°C21.5°C18.3°C30.9°C15.6°C79 mm67%2.9 m/s7.2
198324.1°C21.1°C18.1°C34.5°C15.3°C118 mm72%2.7 m/s—
198225.2°C22.0°C18.9°C32.7°C16.8°C29 mm69%2.5 m/s—
198125.6°C22.4°C19.2°C33.4°C16.9°C72 mm71%2.5 m/s—

Actual recorded December data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Raymond Terrace December Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Raymond Terrace in December?▼

The average high in December is around 25.1°C with lows near 19.3°C (mean 22.2°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Raymond Terrace in December?▼

December averages 78 mm of rainfall in Raymond Terrace, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 192 mm in 1991.

What was the hottest December on record in Raymond Terrace?▼

The hottest December reached 36°C in 2019. The coldest dipped to 14.1°C in 2013.

Has December in Raymond Terrace gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 0.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 25.1°C to 25.4°C and overnight lows from 18.8°C to 19.6°C over the same span.

Is December a good time to visit Raymond Terrace?▼

December is one of the warmer months of the year in Raymond Terrace and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 25.1°C daytime highs and 19.3°C at night.

Is December the coldest month in Raymond Terrace?▼

Not quite — December is the 9th coolest month in Raymond Terrace, averaging 22.2°C.

What should I pack for Raymond Terrace in December?▼

For December in Raymond Terrace, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 25.1°C and lows of 19.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Raymond Terrace humid in December?▼

Relative humidity in December averages 72% — moderately humid.

How windy is Raymond Terrace in December?▼

Average wind speed in December is 2.9 m/s. The windiest December on record averaged 3.2 m/s (2002).

Which December had the most rainfall in Raymond Terrace?▼

The wettest December on record was 1991 with 192 mm. On average, December sees 78 mm.

Where does this December weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Raymond Terrace behaves each December, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for December specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.