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Santa Bárbaraa Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Santa Bárbaraa in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Santa Bárbaraa in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain, averaging 138 mm (5.4 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Santa Bárbaraa in December

December in Santa Bárbaraa sees highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 16°C (61°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Santa Bárbaraa in December

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 244 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Santa Bárbaraa.

For Santa Bárbaraa itself, January, February, March and April generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Santa Bárbaraa Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 138 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in December

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Santa Bárbaraa 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Santa Bárbaraa in December

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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