Nahuel Huapi National Park

Nahuel Huapi National Park Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in December.

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San Carlos de Bariloche Villa La Angostura Dina Huapi Villa Traful

Are you planning a trip a to Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Nahuel Huapi National Park in December

Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina is a region in Argentina. December in Nahuel Huapi National Park generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Villa La Angostura at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Dina Huapi at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Dina Huapi and 5°C (41°F) in Villa La Angostura.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dina Huapi with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Villa La Angostura with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. San Carlos de Bariloche sees close to 298 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Nahuel Huapi National Park in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nahuel Huapi National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nahuel Huapi National Park

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina?

Temperature range in Nahuel Huapi National Park (December)

Precipitation variation in Nahuel Huapi National Park (December)

San Carlos de Bariloche

In December San Carlos de Bariloche generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
298 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in San Carlos de Bariloche →

Villa La Angostura

In December Villa La Angostura generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
298 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Villa La Angostura →

Dina Huapi

In December Dina Huapi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
298 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dina Huapi →

Villa Traful

In December Villa Traful generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
298 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Villa Traful →

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In our records: Argentina December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Argentina in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest December day in Argentina reached 48°C (118°F) in Santiago del Estero on December 19, 1995.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nahuel Huapi National Park in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Carlos de Bariloche 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Villa La Angostura 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Dina Huapi 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Villa Traful 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Nahuel Huapi National Park weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in December?

Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in San Carlos de Bariloche average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in December?

San Carlos de Bariloche averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina. San Carlos de Bariloche averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina with overall pleasant weather in San Carlos de Bariloche. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in San Carlos de Bariloche. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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