December weather forecastIrazusta, Argentina

Weather in December

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

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from November's moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F) to a hot 31.5°C (88.7°F). Compared to daytime temperatures, Irazusta's temperature drops significantly, averaging a refreshing 16.7°C (62.1°F) during the nights of December.

Heat index

The heat index in December is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity 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

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 19:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 20:07 -03.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.