UruguayAverage weather for Punta del Este in December
It's warm in December in Punta del Este with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Punta del Este with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 17°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Punta del Este is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta del Este is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Punta del Este in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
26°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
97 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 Punta del Este?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Punta del Este. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2022, Punta del Este reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Punta del Este
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Punta del Este, 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 6 days of precipitation in Punta del Este.
Daily UV index in December in Punta del Este
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Punta del Este, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Punta del Este over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Punta del Este, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Punta del Este
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Average weather in Punta del Este by month
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