San Carlos Weather in December
In San Carlos, December brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in San Carlos in December
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain, with 135 mm (5.3 in) average for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in San Carlos in December
San Carlos in December gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With lows of 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable. While slightly cooler, this month still offers warm and pleasant weather.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January typically offers the best weather for San Carlos.
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San Carlos Temperature in December
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
135 mm (5.3 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
88% *
Historical weather for San Carlos in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Carlos spanning 23 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Carlos historical weather extremes in December
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in San Carlos.
- San Carlos recorded its highest December temperature of 32°C (90°F) on December 14, 2015.
- The coldest December day was on December 3, 2024, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
- The coldest night in December in San Carlos was on December 18, 2010, with a minimum of 17°C (63°F).
- The wettest December day on record brought 63 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation to San Carlos (December 12, 2016).
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What to Wear in San Carlos in December
Warm but pleasant conditions in San Carlos 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.What To Do in San Carlos in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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