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Puntarenas Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in December.

Thinking about venturing to Puntarenas, Costa Rica this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Puntarenas in December

Puntarenas, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. December in Puntarenas generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in San Vito to 30°C (86°F) in Puntarenas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Puntarenas and 18°C (64°F) in San Vito.

For a closer look at conditions across Puntarenas, Costa Rica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Puerto Coyote with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Matapalo with 509 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Jacó enjoys about 233 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Puntarenas by month

Best Places to Visit in Puntarenas in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Puntarenas.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Puntarenas

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Puntarenas (December)

Precipitation variation in Puntarenas (December)

Jacó

In December Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
233 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
440 mm (17 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Herradura

In December Herradura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
233 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
427 mm (17 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Santa Teresa

In December Santa Teresa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
233 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Monteverde

In December Monteverde generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
233 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Uvita

In December Uvita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
249 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
936 mm (37 in)
412 mm (16 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Puntarenas in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Santa Teresa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Uvita 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 412 mm (16 in)
Herradura 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Monteverde 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Drake 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)

Puntarenas weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in December?

December in Puntarenas, Costa Rica brings tolerable weather. In Jacó, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in December?

Jacó averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Puntarenas, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Jacó records an average of 190 mm (7.5 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Puntarenas, Costa Rica.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Jacó, December might be a good time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly perfect weather in Jacó. The weather in May, June, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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