December Weather in Salta

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Salta, Argentina, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Salta throughout December hovers around 77%.

9°C (49°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

28°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

77%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Salta averages 278 mm (10.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

278 mm (10.9 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 21 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Salta reaches a maximum of 17, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 8 12 15 17 16 14 10 6 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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