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San José Weather in December

December in San José brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.

Rainfall in San José in December

Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 31 mm (1.2 in) in total. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in San José in December

Expect highs of 17°C (63°F) in San José in December, with nights dropping to around 13°C (55°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in San José in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 177 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit San José. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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San José Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 31 mm (1.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Almería, Spain (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in December

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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 San José in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in San José in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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