Cocles Weather in December
During December, Cocles experiences high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and cooler nights around 23°C (73°F). December sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Cocles in December
As part of the rainy season, Cocles sees around 17 days of rain in December, with an average of 421 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 Cocles in December
December in Cocles brings high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are warm at 23°C (73°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Cocles in December
The area enjoys a balanced 145 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cocles. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Cocles Temperature in December
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
421 mm (17 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
88% *
Sunshine
145 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
42-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cocles typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
42-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Cocles in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cocles spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cocles historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Cocles between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The warmest day in December was on December 3, 2006, with a maximum of 33°C (91°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 22°C (72°F), recorded on December 15, 1999.
- The coldest night in December in Cocles was on December 1, 2010, with a minimum of 15°C (59°F).
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What to Wear in Cocles in December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.What To Do in Cocles in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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