Temperature in Patagonia in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Patagonia, Argentina this December.

Patagonia, Argentina, a region in Argentina, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 8°C (46°F) in El Chaltén to 31°C (88°F) in General Roca. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in General Roca and 1°C (34°F) in El Chaltén. December is part of the summer season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Patagonia, Argentina in December?

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Patagonia, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Patagonia in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Patagonia temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Patagonia, Argentina in December?

Puerto Madryn averages a daytime high of 28°C (82°F) in December, which is high for Patagonia, Argentina.

How cold does it get at night in Patagonia, Argentina in December?

Average overnight lows in Patagonia, Argentina during December sit near 14°C (57°F) in Puerto Madryn.

What is the warmest city in December in Patagonia, Argentina?

Based on our systematic data collection, General Roca has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 31°C (88°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 15°C (59°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Patagonia, Argentina?

When looking through our records, we find that El Chaltén stands out as the coolest city in Patagonia, Argentina for the month of December. Daytime highs average 8°C (46°F) and it cools down to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

How much sun does Patagonia, Argentina get in December?

Puerto Madryn enjoys approximately 272 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 14°C (57°F) in Trelew this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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