December weather forecast
Dominical, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year in Dominical, Costa Rica, temperatures remain in the 15 to 23°C (73.4°F) range and the rainfall drops to 65mm (2.56"), the lowest for the year. The skies become clearer as rainfall reduces, and the relative humidity drops to 83%. December bears the promise of the impending dry season, with weather conditions improving gradually. Sea temperatures stay warm, giving watersports enthusiasts ample incentive to hit the beaches. Despite having shorter daylight hours, the city welcomes more sunshine hours making December a desirable time to visit.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Dominical's weather records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F), marking little difference from November's 22.6°C (72.7°F). Dominical's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dominical, there are 294.6 rainfall days, and 2842mm (111.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January, February, July, October through December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Dominical.
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dominical, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:26 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dominical are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! Sand and water reflections can up the Sun's UV exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Dominical?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dominical, is 23.8°C (74.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Dominical?

In Dominical, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Dominical in December?

In Dominical, Costa Rica, in December, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Dominical?

January, February, July, October through December, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Dominical, Costa Rica.

What is the water temperature in December in Dominical?

In Dominical, Costa Rica, in December, the average water temperature is 28°C (82.4°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dominical?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dominical?

The average day length in December in Dominical, Costa Rica, is 11h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dominical?

On the first day of December in Dominical, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:26 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dominical have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dominical, Costa Rica, is 8.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dominical?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dominical, Costa Rica, are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dominical?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average pressure in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average humidity in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (479mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average sea temperature in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are March, April, May, June, August and September (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, July, October, November and December (28°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average UV index in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Dominical, Costa Rica

Average visibility in December - Dominical, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (7km).

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