December weather forecast
Mar del Plata, Argentina

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Weather in December

December rings in the pleasant summer weather with warm temperatures and a notable decrease in cloud cover to 21%. Sun-soaked weather welcomes the holiday season making it a busy time in Mar del Plata. The city dons a festive mood, as the weather creates a joyful atmosphere. Sea temperatures escalate to 17.3°C (63.1°F). The return of summer heralds the perfect beach getaway season in Mar del Plata.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of December, moving from an enjoyable 19.5°C (67.1°F) in November to a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F). Throughout December, Mar del Plata's nights cool down to an average of 15.1°C (59.2°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, in Mar del Plata, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mar del Plata, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 418mm (16.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Mar del Plata, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of December, in Mar del Plata, Argentina, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 20:16 -03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

UV index

In Mar del Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, 23.5°C (74.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.1°C (59.2°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Mar del Plata?

The average relative humidity in December in Mar del Plata is 67%.

How much does it rain in Mar del Plata in December?

In Mar del Plata, Argentina, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, in December, the average water temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Mar del Plata?

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mar del Plata have in December?

In Mar del Plata, the average day length in December is 14h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mar del Plata?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of the month, in Mar del Plata, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 20:16 -03.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Mar del Plata?

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mar del Plata have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mar del Plata is 11h.

How high is the UV index in December in Mar del Plata?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mar del Plata, Argentina, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average temperature in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average pressure in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average wind speed in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (18.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average humidity in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average rainfall in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average rainfall days in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average snowfall days in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average sea temperature in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average sea temperature in December: 17.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (10.4°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average sunshine days in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May, June and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average UV index in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average UV index in December: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average cloud cover in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average visibility in December - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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