December weather forecast
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderately hot month in Cieneguita, Costa Rica, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

The advent of December presents an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures during December report a consistent average of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Cieneguita is 72%.

Rainfall

In Cieneguita, during December, the rain falls for 19.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 192mm (7.56") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cieneguita, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 1580mm (62.2") 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 the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:08. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:22 CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Cieneguita.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cieneguita. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in December leads to these guidelines:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Cieneguita during December?

The high-temperature in Cieneguita during December is 28.2°C (82.8°F) and the low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F). In December, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Cieneguita?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in Cieneguita in December?

In December, in Cieneguita, Costa Rica, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 192mm (7.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cieneguita?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cieneguita?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:22 CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cieneguita?

The month with the least sunshine in Cieneguita, Costa Rica, is December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cieneguita?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cieneguita is 7.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cieneguita?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cieneguita, Costa Rica, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cieneguita?

In Cieneguita, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average pressure in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average humidity in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 192mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (65mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cieneguita, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

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

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Cieneguita, Costa Rica

Average visibility in December - Cieneguita, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).

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