December 20 is generally a great time to visit Buenos Aires. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 27°C weather. As it's peak season for Buenos Aires, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Buenos Aires
Currency
ARS
$ Argentine peso
Language
Guaraní
+1 more
Driving
Right side
Connect
Cafés and restaurants commonly offer cus...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.911
Buenos Aires Weather Forecast for December 20
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.5°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Buenos Aires in December
Based on historical data for December 20, Buenos Aires typically experiences temperatures between 18.9°C and 26.5°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Buenos Aires
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
26.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
18.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
27.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
41%
Overcast
Pressure
1011.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Buenos Aires Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 11 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 17 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 28 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Argentina
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~135
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Buenos Aires
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:38
☀️ Noon
12:52
🌇 Sunset
20:06
⏱️ Daylight
14h 28m
Wind Speed
24.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Buenos Aires
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Buenos Aires on December 20 averages 26.5°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Buenos Aires Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 26
27.7°C • 19% rain
Score
97
December 27
28°C • 16% rain
Score
97
December 25
27.3°C • 21% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Buenos Aires Worth Visiting on December 20?
Planning a trip to Buenos Aires on December 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.5°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 135 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Argentina, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 25.2°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.83m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 12.9°C in 2020.