Quepos weather in December (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Is Quepos a good destination in December, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Quepos typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 27°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C.

Precipitation

Quepos in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 501 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 249 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Quepos. February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Quepos, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 501 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 249 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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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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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