December Rainfall and Precipitation in Arenal Volcano National Park

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in December.

Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica, a region in Costa Rica, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a high 147 mm (5.8 in) in Nuevo Arenal to a heavy 196 mm (7.7 in) in La Fortuna.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Arenal Volcano National Park precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica receive in December?

In December, El Castillo de La Fortuna typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 154 mm (6.1 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.

How many days does it rain in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in December?

El Castillo de La Fortuna sees roughly 14 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

In our database, La Fortuna stands out as having an average rainfall level of 196 mm (7.7 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in December in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

Based on our database, Nuevo Arenal sees the least rainfall in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in December, with around 147 mm (5.8 in) on average.

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