December weather forecast
Catamarca, Argentina

December

Weather in December

December in Catamarca is characterized by weather patterns that closely mirror those of November. A notable feature during this month is the high rainfall, peaking at 174mm (6.85"), tying with that recorded in February. Temperature ranges also expand during this month as part of the transition into the hot season. As the city ushers in the new year, residents can expect similar weather conditions in the upcoming weeks, including high temperatures and heavy rainfall.

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), barely different from November's 24.9°C (76.8°F). In December, Catamarca records an average nighttime temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Catamarca, in December, during 20.7 rainfall days, 174mm (6.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Catamarca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 870mm (34.25") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Catamarca, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Catamarca, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:24 -03.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

December is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in December interprets into the following advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Catamarca?
In Catamarca, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Catamarca?
In Catamarca, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.
How much does it rain in Catamarca in December?
In Catamarca, in December, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 174mm (6.85") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Catamarca?
In Catamarca, Argentina, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.
When are the longest days in Catamarca?
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Catamarca?
The average day length in December in Catamarca, Argentina, is 13h and 55min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Catamarca?
On the first day of December in Catamarca, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:24 -03.
How long on average sun shines in December in Catamarca?
The average sunshine duration in December in Catamarca is 9h.
When is the highest UV index in Catamarca?
With an average maximum UV index of 6, December is the month with the highest UV index in Catamarca.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Catamarca?
In Catamarca, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average temperature in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average pressure in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average wind speed in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average humidity in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average rainfall in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in December: 174mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (189mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average rainfall days in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average snowfall in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average snowfall days in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average sunshine days in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average UV index in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average cloud cover in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December - Catamarca, Argentina
Average visibility in December
Catamarca, Argentina
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).

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