December weather forecastBarranqueras, Argentina

Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Barranqueras, is still a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

Barranqueras's weather in December indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), nearly consistent with the 30.8°C (87.4°F) of November. Barranqueras's average low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) in December reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Heat index

December's average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
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. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Barranqueras, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Barranqueras, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 787mm (30.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 19:37. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 19:54 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Barranqueras is December, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Barranqueras. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.