December weather forecast
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

In December, Puntarenas embraces drier weather, rounding off the year with warm days and comfortable nights. The rainy season officially concludes, bringing the city back to its characteristic low rainfall and longer sunny spells. The city sees a dramatic decrease in rainfall to just 28mm (1.1"), promising sunny days and clear skies. With plenty of sunshine, warm temperatures, and a festive atmosphere, December presents an excellent time for a vacation in Puntarenas.

Temperature

The advent of December presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. The low-temperature average for Puntarenas during December stands at a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Rainfall

In Puntarenas, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Puntarenas, there are 163.5 rainfall days, and 1600mm (62.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Puntarenas, in December, the average water temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Puntarenas, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Puntarenas is 7.5h.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Puntarenas in December?

Puntarenas in December has an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

How many days does it rain in December in Puntarenas?

In December, in Puntarenas, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Puntarenas?

In Puntarenas, in December, the average water temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the month with the shortest days in Puntarenas?

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

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

The average day length in December in Puntarenas is 11h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Puntarenas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Puntarenas?

In Puntarenas, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.5h.

Average temperature in December
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (31.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 27.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (296.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4.1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in December - Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Average sea temperature in December - Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Average sea temperature in December: 28.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is November (27.8°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puntarenas, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are February and March (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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