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Dominical Weather in December

In Dominical, December brings high daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to 22°C (72°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Dominical in December

Dominical is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 490 mm (19 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.

Temperature in Dominical in December

In December, Dominical gets high temperatures, with highs of 26°C (79°F). Nights cool to around 22°C (72°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Dominical in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 249 hours of sun. Showers typically arrive in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, there's plenty of sunshine for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Dominical.

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Dominical Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 490 mm (19 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 249 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Historical weather for Dominical in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Dominical spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Dominical historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Dominical.

  • Dominical recorded its highest December temperature of 27°C (81°F) on December 19, 2025.
  • Dominical experienced its chilliest December day on December 1, 2010, reaching only 22°C (72°F).
  • Dominical registered its coldest December night on December 22, 2025, with temperatures dropping to 17°C (63°F).

Best Places in Costa Rica in December

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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 Dominical in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Dominical 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Dominical 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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