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Santamaria weather in December (Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Santamaria in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Santamaria typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Santamaria in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 245 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santamaria climate page with graphs.

 

Santamaria, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 216 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Costa Rica in December

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Santamaria in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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