December weather forecast
Potosi, Bolivia

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Weather in December

December carries forward the increased rainfall from November to reach a yearly high of 75mm (2.95"), heralding the onset of the rainy season in Potosi, Bolivia. Despite the increase in precipitation, the temperature remains steady, with cool evenings and warm days. The city remains vibrant, bathed in plenty of daylight and enhanced with a high UV index. This shift towards rainier weather concludes the climatological year, setting the stage for January's weather to take over.

Temperature

December's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still comfortable 17°C (62.6°F) from November's 18°C (64.4°F). Potosi's December nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

Rainfall

In Potosi, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Potosi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80 days and collects up to 397mm (15.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 13h and 18min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Potosi.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:05 -04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Potosi is 7h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Potosi. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during December leads to these instructions:
Carry out all crucial safety measures, unprotected skin may burn instantly. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Potosi?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Potosi, is 17°C (62.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 3°C (37.4°F).

How much does it rain in Potosi in December?

In Potosi, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When are the longest days in Potosi?

The month with the longest days in Potosi, Bolivia, is December, with an average of 13h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Potosi?

In Potosi, the average day length in December is 13h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Potosi?

On the first day of December in Potosi, Bolivia, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:05 -04.

How long on average sun shines in December in Potosi?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Potosi is 7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Potosi?

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Potosi?

In Potosi, Bolivia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Potosi, Bolivia

Average temperature in December - Potosi, Bolivia
  • Average high temperature in December: 17°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (18°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February and December (3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-4°C).

Average rainfall in December
Potosi, Bolivia

Average rainfall in December - Potosi, Bolivia
  • Average rainfall in December: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (92mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Potosi, Bolivia

Average rainfall days in December - Potosi, Bolivia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Potosi, Bolivia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Potosi, Bolivia
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in December
Potosi, Bolivia

Average UV index in December - Potosi, Bolivia
  • Average UV index in December: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).

Potosi, Bolivia

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