December weather forecast
Orotina, Costa Rica

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Weather in December

December in Orotina concludes the year with the onset of the dry season and a significant reduction in rainfall to 46mm (1.81"). Although December brings more sunshine and less rainfall compared to November, it maintains the city's tropical charm. Christmas in Orotina is celebrated with crisp morning air, warm afternoons, and cool nights. In the wake of the New Year, residents and travelers can look forward to the coming dry and sunny months of the new year.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F) marks December in Orotina, Costa Rica, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. Orotina temperatures generally rest at a low of 17.2°C (63°F) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Orotina, in December, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. In Orotina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272 days and collects up to 2217mm (87.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, 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 17:28 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Orotina is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Orotina 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Orotina in December?

The high-temperature in Orotina during December is 26.5°C (79.7°F) and the low-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Orotina?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Orotina?

In Orotina, Costa Rica, in December, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orotina?

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

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

The average day length in December is 11h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orotina?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 17:28 CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Orotina?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orotina is 8.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Orotina?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average temperature in December - Orotina, 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).

Average pressure in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average pressure in December - Orotina, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in December - Orotina, 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).

Average humidity in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average humidity in December - Orotina, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in December - Orotina, 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).

Average rainfall days in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in December - Orotina, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orotina, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in December - Orotina, 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).

Average UV index in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average UV index in December - Orotina, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in December - Orotina, 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).

Average visibility in December
Orotina, Costa Rica

Average visibility in December - Orotina, 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).

Orotina, Costa Rica

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