December weather forecastPunta Chica, Argentina

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Punta Chica, Argentina, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

Punta Chica's transition into December brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 24.6°C (76.3°F) in November to a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F). Punta Chica cools down to an average low-temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) throughout the month of December.

Heat index

In December, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Punta Chica, Argentina, is 59%.

Rainfall

In Punta Chica, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100 rainfall days, and 474mm (18.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the longest days of the year in Punta Chica, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 20:09 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Punta Chica.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during December translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Punta Chica, is 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Punta Chica, Argentina, is 59%.

In Punta Chica, Argentina, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

In Punta Chica, Argentina, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

The month with the longest days in Punta Chica is December, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Punta Chica is 14h and 25min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:52. On the last day of the month, in Punta Chica, Argentina, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 20:09 -03.

With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year in Punta Chica.

The average sunshine duration in December in Punta Chica, Argentina, is 11.1h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Punta Chica, Argentina.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Punta Chica is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average wind speed in December: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and December (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average humidity in December: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 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
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (18.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Punta Chica, Argentina

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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