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Matapalo weather in December (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Will it be warm or cold in Matapalo this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

December in Matapalo generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 27°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 22°C.

Precipitation

Matapalo in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 509 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 249 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Matapalo. February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matapalo, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 509 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 249 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 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.

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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 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. 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.

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