December weather forecastPuente Negro, Chile

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Puente Negro, Chile, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.4°C (52.5°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

December's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Throughout December nights, Puente Negro reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in December is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Puente Negro is 46%.

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains in Puente Negro, Chile. During 1.4 rainfall days, in December, Puente Negro aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Puente Negro, there are 48.3 rainfall days, and 349mm (13.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 24min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Puente Negro, Chile.
On the first day of December in Puente Negro, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 20:59 -03.

Sunshine

In Puente Negro, the average sunshine in December is 9.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Puente Negro, Chile. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Puente Negro, 29.7°C (85.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.4°C (52.5°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in December is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

In Puente Negro, Chile, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

December is the last month it rains. During 1.4 rainfall days, in December, Puente Negro aggregates 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

December has the longest days of the year, with an average of 14h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 14h and 26min.

On the first day of December in Puente Negro, Chile, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 20:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 20:59 -03.

The average sunshine duration in December is 9.7h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Puente Negro.

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

Today

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

27.1°C

29.7°C

32.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.9km/h

9.4km/h

9.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

27.7

29.5

30.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

12%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average pressure in December: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average humidity in December: 46%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average rainfall in December: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (8.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Puente Negro, Chile

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: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average sunshine days in December: 29.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (21.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average UV index in December: 6

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

Average cloud cover in December
Puente Negro, Chile

Average cloud cover in December: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Puente Negro, Chile

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).