December weather forecast
San Diego, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

San Diego closes the year with a final drop in rainfall levels to 79mm (3.11"), as December cements its place in the dry season. Despite this, the city remains fresh and verdant, bearing the fruits of the plentiful showers of the bygone months. The refreshing environment and pleasant weather conditions make December an ideal time for enjoying the outdoors, as San Diego readies itself to welcome the new year.

Temperature

San Diego greets December with an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. During the December nights, an average temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F) is observed.

Humidity

In San Diego, Costa Rica, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout December, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in San Diego, Costa Rica, there are 305 rainfall days, and 2534mm (99.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

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 San Diego, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:26 CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in San Diego, Costa Rica. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in San Diego?

The high-temperature during December is 22.7°C (72.9°F) and the low-temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in San Diego?

In San Diego, Costa Rica, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in San Diego in December?

In San Diego, in December, during 23 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in San Diego?

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in San Diego, Costa Rica.

What is the average length of the day in December in San Diego?

In December, the average day length in San Diego is 11h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in San Diego?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:26 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in San Diego?

In San Diego, the average sunshine duration in December is 8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in San Diego?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in San Diego, Costa Rica.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San Diego?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in San Diego?

In San Diego, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average pressure in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in December: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (444mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.9 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Diego, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average visibility in December - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

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