December · Australia
Best time to visit Townsville in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Townsville in December
Average temperature 28°C, 129 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Townsville scores 8.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Townsville is North Queensland’s reef-and-army city-Magnetic Island ferries and dry-tropics sunshine. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
December in Townsville: strong conditions, 8th of 12
Days in December average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 73% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
129 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Townsville — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Townsville in December?
- In December, Townsville averages 28°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Townsville?
- December earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Townsville in December?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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