Mal País weather in December (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Mal País in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Mal País the weather in December is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C.

Mal País in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

With around 233 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mal País, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 233 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (52 KM, 32 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Mal País 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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