December weather forecastRío Cuarto, Argentina

December

Weather in December

With December comes summer, bringing warmer temperatures again to Río Cuarto. The city sees a rise in daytime temperatures from November, making it the second-warmest month of the year. December is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor recreational activities without the fear of intense cold or rain. Given the city's comfortable humidity and clear visibility, it indeed paints a splendid canvas of a perfect summer day. Despite the warmth, sightseers can enjoy extended daylight hours and bright sunshine.

Temperature

December's onset in Río Cuarto is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a warm 27.4°C (81.3°F) in November to a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F). The significant decline in Río Cuarto's temperature, from day to night, averages of 17°C (62.6°F) in December.

Heat index

December's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Río Cuarto, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Río Cuarto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 389mm (15.31") 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 December, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:29 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Río Cuarto is 9.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Río Cuarto experiences an average high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Río Cuarto are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

In Río Cuarto, Argentina, the average relative humidity in December is 49%.

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Río Cuarto.

In December, the average day length is 14h and 18min.

On the first day of December in Río Cuarto, Argentina, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:29 -03.

In Río Cuarto, Argentina, the average sunshine duration in December is 9.3h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Río Cuarto, Argentina.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).

Average pressure in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average wind speed in December: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average humidity in December: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (68%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (13.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (2.4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Río Cuarto, Argentina

  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Río Cuarto, 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).