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Punta de Lanza Weather in December

December in Punta de Lanza brings high temperatures around 26°C (79°F) during the day, dropping to 18°C (64°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Punta de Lanza in December

As part of the rainy season, Punta de Lanza sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 217 mm (8.5 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Punta de Lanza in December

If you're visiting Punta de Lanza in December, expect highs of 26°C (79°F) and overnight lows around 18°C (64°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 18°C (64°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Punta de Lanza in December

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 245 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.

Wind Speed in Punta de Lanza in December

Wind speeds average 6 m/s (12 knots) during December. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.

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

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Punta de Lanza Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 217 mm (8.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (5 KM, 3 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 Punta de Lanza 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Punta de Lanza in December

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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