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Cartago Weather in December

During December, Cartago experiences high daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 14°C (57°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 159 mm (6.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Cartago in December

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 159 mm (6.3 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Cartago in December

December in Cartago brings typical temperatures with highs around 22°C (72°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Cartago in December

There are approximately 244 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Cartago Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 159 mm (6.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in December

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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 (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 Cartago in December

For Cartago in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Cartago in December

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

Swimming
7/10
Camping
6/10

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