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Barú Weather in December

Barú in December sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 442 mm (17 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Barú in December

As part of the rainy season, Barú sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 442 mm (17 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Barú in December

December in Barú brings high temperatures, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Barú in December

With approximately 249 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

December in Barú can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Barú Temperature in December

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
442 mm (17 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
249 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Barú in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Barú in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Barú in December

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

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

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