Matapalo weather in December (Costa Rica)

What does the weather outlook for Matapalo look like in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Matapalo in December, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 24°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Matapalo in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 10 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 258 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Matapalo. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Matapalo, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 13 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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