Barranca weather in December (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Thinking of visiting Barranca in December? Check the weather first! Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

For December, the weather in Barranca is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 29°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 23°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Barranca in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 233 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Barranca, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 233 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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