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Golfito Weather in December

During December, Golfito experiences high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and cooler nights around 22°C (72°F). December sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Golfito in December

As part of the rainy season, Golfito sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 315 mm (12 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Golfito in December

Temperatures in Golfito in December top out at 28°C (82°F) and drop to 22°C (72°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Golfito. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Golfito Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 315 mm (12 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

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 Golfito 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.

What To Do in Golfito in December

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

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

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