ArgentinaAverage weather for El Calafate in December
It's cool to moderate in December in El Calafate with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in El Calafate with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in El Calafate is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,9 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
El Calafate in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
16°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
25 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
7 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,9 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit El Calafate?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in El Calafate. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2021, El Calafate reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for El Calafate, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in December in El Calafate
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Daily Precipitation in December in El Calafate
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for El Calafate, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in El Calafate.
Daily Snowfall in December in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in El Calafate, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in El Calafate, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in El Calafate over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in El Calafate, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in El Calafate over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in El Calafate, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in El Calafate per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in El Calafate, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for El Calafate
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in El Calafate. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in El Calafate
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The weather in El Calafate can vary enormously. Despite warm temperatures in December, spontaneous gusts of wind affected the experience. The skies were clear, with rare clouds. Overall, the weather was reasonable, but be prepared for some wind!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in El Calafate by month
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