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El Achiote weather in December (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

What can you expect from the weather in El Achiote during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, El Achiote typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C.

El Achiote in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 258 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm March typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

El Achiote, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 258 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
* Data from: Los Chiles, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in December

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

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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 El Achiote in December?

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 in December.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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