December weather forecast
Atenas, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

In December, Atenas, Costa Rica witnesses a notable drop in rainfall, measuring to a mere 46mm (1.81"). This signals the end of the rainy season and the arrival of the dry period. Simultaneously, the city showcases a surge in wind speeds reaching up to 8.7km/h (5.4mph). The number of sunshine days rises significantly, leading to an increased visibility of up to 9km (5.6mi). Despite the highest shift of the season, average temperatures remain stable, maintaining the warm weather that Atenas is known for.

Temperature

The advent of December presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Atenas is 81%.

Rainfall

In Atenas, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 272 rainfall days, and 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

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 Atenas, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:27 CST.

Sunshine

In Atenas, the average sunshine in December is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Atenas are January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Atenas?

In Atenas, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Atenas?

The average relative humidity in December in Atenas, Costa Rica, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Atenas in December?

In December, in Atenas, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atenas?

The month with the shortest days in Atenas is December, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atenas have in December?

In Atenas, Costa Rica, the average day length in December is 11h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Atenas?

On the first day of December in Atenas, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:27 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Atenas?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Atenas is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Atenas?

January through April, June, July, September, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Atenas, Costa Rica.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Atenas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Atenas, Costa Rica, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average pressure in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average humidity in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (396mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atenas, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average UV index in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in December: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in December - Atenas, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Atenas, Costa Rica

Average visibility in December - Atenas, 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 August, September, October and November (7km).

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