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Poasito Weather in December

December in Poasito brings high temperatures around 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Poasito in December

Poasito is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 197 mm (7.8 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Poasito in December

In December, Poasito sees high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 17°C (63°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Poasito in December

The city usually sees around 244 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Poasito.

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Poasito Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 197 mm (7.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (29 KM, 18 Miles).

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 Poasito in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Poasito in December

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

Swimming
8/10
Camping
6/10

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