Santa Cruz Weather in December

December in Santa Cruz sees daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) at night. The perfect weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in December

Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 22 mm (0.9 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in December

December tends to be one of the perfect months in Santa Cruz, with 32°C (90°F) in the afternoon and 23°C (73°F) overnight. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With lows of 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in December

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 258 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Santa Cruz.

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Santa Cruz Temperature in December

Min Temperature 23°C (73°F)  

Max Temperature 32°C (90°F)  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 22 mm (0.9 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (43 KM, 27 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Cruz in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Santa Cruz 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. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in December

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Costa Rica, check out our Santa Cruz's climate page.

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