Airlie Beach vs Port Douglas in December

Airlie Beach is the better pick in December — 83 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Airlie Beach is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Port Douglas is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Airlie Beach vs Port DouglasDecember climate, side by side

Airlie BeachPort Douglas
Comfort score83/100 (A)70/100 (B)
Feels-like high34°C39°C
Avg high / low30° / 25°34° / 25°
Rainfall150 mm314 mm
Rainy days814
Humidity78%84%
Air quality (AQI)2732

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Airlie Beach vs Port Douglas in December — FAQ

Is December better in Airlie Beach or Port Douglas?
Airlie Beach is the better pick in December — 83 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Airlie Beach is sweltering, soaked, clean air, while Port Douglas is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Airlie Beach vs Port Douglas in December?
In December, Airlie Beach averages 30°C high / 25°C low with about 150 mm of rain; Port Douglas averages 34°C high / 25°C low with about 314 mm.