Australia Melbourne Weather in December (summer + Boxing Day Test) — Climate Guide
December (summer + Boxing Day Test) in Melbourne is Hot + festive
December (summer + Boxing Day Test) is Hot + festive for Melbourne.
**December is summer + holiday + cricket peak.** **Boxing Day Test cricket** (December 26 at MCG, 5-day match vs international team) is Australia's iconic cricket event — 90,000 attendees on Day 1. Christmas closures common (December 25 + 26). **New Year fireworks over Yarra River** are free.
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Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
10
60mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Dry + warm
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 35
Sea Temp
18°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December (summer + Boxing Day Test) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
24°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 35 km/h
Activities Recommended for December (summer + Boxing Day Test)
December (summer + Boxing Day Test) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Boxing Day Test cricket (iconic)
- Christmas markets + lights
- New Year fireworks (free Yarra)
Cons
- December 25 + 26 most attractions closed
- Hotels at year-peak
December (summer + Boxing Day Test) Events & Festivals
- Christmas + Boxing Day (December 26)
- Boxing Day Test cricket (MCG, 5-day match)
- New Year fireworks (Yarra River)
Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test) — Full Picture
**December is summer + holiday + cricket peak.** **Boxing Day Test cricket** (December 26 at MCG, 5-day match vs international team) is Australia's iconic cricket event — 90,000 attendees on Day 1. Christmas closures common (December 25 + 26). **New Year fireworks over Yarra River** are free.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Summer + holiday season — high 24°C, low 13°C. T-shirts + shorts daytime; light layer evenings. Christmas + Boxing Day Test cricket bring families + tourists.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
20.3°C
11°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
13.7°C
6.7°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
19.7°C
9.3°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current25.3°C
14.3°C
8.3/mo
Melbourne Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26° | 15° | 8d·47mm | 9h | 60% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 15° | 7d·48mm | 9h | 62% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (autumn — best month) (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·50mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 20° | 11° | 9d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 11d·60mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·49mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 14d·48mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·51mm | 5h | 76% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 8° | 13d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 9° | 14d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 11° | 12d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 13° | 10d·60mm | 8h | 60% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December (summer + Boxing Day Test) a good time to visit Melbourne?
Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test) is Hot + festive. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) averages 60mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
Summer + holiday season — high 24°C, low 13°C. T-shirts + shorts daytime; light layer evenings. Christmas + Boxing Day Test cricket bring families + tourists.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 20:45, with 14h 50m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Melbourne in December (summer + Boxing Day Test)?
In December (summer + Boxing Day Test), Melbourne is great for Boxing Day Test cricket, Christmas markets, New Year fireworks (Yarra).
Is December (summer + Boxing Day Test) peak season in Melbourne?
Melbourne December (summer + Boxing Day Test) crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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