December weather forecastAldea Asunción, Argentina

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is a hot month in Aldea Asunción, Argentina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 16.7°C (62.1°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F) to a tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F). Aldea Asunción encounters a significant temperature differential, with an average low-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) during December nights.

Heat index

During December, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Aldea Asunción, Argentina, is 59%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:51. On the last day of December, in Aldea Asunción, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 20:08 -03.

Sunshine

December has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Aldea Asunción. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during December morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.