December 13 sees frequent showers in Port Douglas. Historical data shows a 45% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 29°C. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Port Douglas right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Port Douglas
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Port Douglas Weather Forecast for December 13
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 29.3°C. 45% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Port Douglas in December
Based on historical data for December 13, Port Douglas typically experiences temperatures between 24.2°C and 29.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 45% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Port Douglas
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Umbrella
Average High
29.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
24.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
36.1°C
🔥 Heat index effect
Rain Chance
45%
Avg 3.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
63%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1009.2 hPa
Low volatility
Port Douglas Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 84% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
25.9°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
36.1°C
Feels hotter
😕 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~76
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Port Douglas
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:40
☀️ Noon
12:13
🌇 Sunset
18:46
⏱️ Daylight
13h 5m
Wind Speed
13.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Port Douglas
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Port Douglas on December 13 averages 29.3°C with a 45% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Port Douglas Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
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December 6
29.4°C • 43% rain
Score
83
December 7
29.4°C • 45% rain
Score
83
December 8
29.4°C • 44% rain
Score
83
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📍 Is Port Douglas Worth Visiting on December 13?
Planning a trip to Port Douglas on December 13? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 29.3°C with a 45% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 76 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 29.5°C (hot soup). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.8m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 13 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 22.5°C in 2016.