Average weather for Río Gallegos in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Río Gallegos with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 9°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Río Gallegos with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 8°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 8°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 Río Gallegos is around 20°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 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Río Gallegos in December |
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19°C | 9°C | |
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21°C | 12°C | |
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16°C | -5°C | |
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32 mm | 133 mm | |
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5 days | 17 days |
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 Río Gallegos?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Río Gallegos. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2019, Río Gallegos reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Río Gallegos
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Río Gallegos, 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.
Daily Precipitation in December in Río Gallegos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Río Gallegos, 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 5 days of precipitation in Río Gallegos.
Daily UV index in December in Río Gallegos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Río Gallegos, 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 Río Gallegos over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Río Gallegos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Río Gallegos over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Río Gallegos, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Río Gallegos
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Average weather in Río Gallegos by month
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