Why Christmas is Celebrated in Summer in Australia
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Why Christmas is Celebrated in Summer in Australia

why christmas is celebrated in summer in australia

We have all seen movies that make us to believe Christmas should be cold! However do you know Christmas is celebrated in Summer here in Australia?

Why Christmas is Celebrated in Summer in Australia

Christmas is celebrated in Summer in Australia because Australia is located in the southern hemisphere! Christmas falls on December 25th. During the month of December, it is the summer season in the southern hemisphere. Although there will be no frost or snow, you can still enjoy the special “warm” Christmas in Australia!

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Does Australia have a warm Christmas?

Yes, we do have a “warm” Christmas in Australia. If you wonder how “warm” it will get, you will be looking at around 25 – 37ºC depending on the state or location you are in.

Are there 2 Christmas in Australia?

Some people in Australia also celebrate Christmas in July. Especially for those with European or British heritage, they prefer having Christmas with a winter feel.

What do Australian people do for Christmas?

The heat of the summer in Australia does affect the way Australians celebrate Christmas. During Christmas, people would have a BBQ, they might go to the beach or go camping, and of course drinking beer at Christmas is also a typical Aussie tradition!

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