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Quepos Weather in December
Quepos in December averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 22°C (72°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.
Rainfall in Quepos in December
Quepos is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 14 days and an average of 501 mm (20 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Quepos in December
Temperatures in Quepos in December top out at 27°C (81°F) and drop to 22°C (72°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Quepos in December
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 249 hours of sunshine. Despite being the rainy season, it could still be a nice time to visit. Rain often arrives later in the day, keeping most of the days sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Quepos.
Quepos Temperature in December
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
501 mm (20 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
249 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
44-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Quepos typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 19°C (66°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
44-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Quepos in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Quepos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Quepos historical weather extremes in December
Based on 29 years of weather observations (1996-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Quepos.
- On December 10, 1997, temperatures climbed to 31°C (88°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- On December 11, 2017, Quepos saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 20°C (68°F).
- The coldest night in December in Quepos was on December 7, 2010, with a minimum of 13°C (55°F).
- Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 3, 2000, when 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation was measured.
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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 Quepos in December
Warm but pleasant conditions in Quepos in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. 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.
Quepos 3-Day Forecast
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