Sarapiquí weather in December (Heredia, Costa Rica)

How is the weather in Sarapiquí in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Sarapiquí typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Sarapiquí in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 378 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 244 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sarapiquí. March typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sarapiquí climate page with graphs.

 

Sarapiquí, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 378 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 244 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (62 KM, 38 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sarapiquí in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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