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During December, Santa Clara experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 24°C (75°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 99 mm (3.9 in) is typical.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer 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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Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Clara spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 19 years of weather records for Santa Clara, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Panama in December →
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).
Warm temperatures in December make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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