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Uvita Weather in December

Uvita in December sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 412 mm (16 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Uvita in December

Uvita is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 412 mm (16 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Uvita in December

Expect highs of 26°C (79°F) in Uvita in December, with nights dropping to around 21°C (70°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 21°C (70°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Uvita in December

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 249 hours of sunshine. Despite being the rainy season, it could still be a nice time to visit. Rain often arrives later in the day, keeping most of the days sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Uvita. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Uvita Temperature in December

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
412 mm (16 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
249 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (54 KM, 33 Miles).

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Historical weather records for Uvita in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Uvita spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Uvita historical weather extremes in December

According to our 19 years of weather records for Uvita, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.

  • On December 19, 2025, temperatures climbed to 27°C (81°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • The coldest December day was on December 1, 2010, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 17°C (63°F) on December 22, 2025, marking the coldest December night on record.

Best Places in Costa Rica 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 Uvita in December

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. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Uvita in December

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

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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