Weather in San José in December
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
December is an excellent time to visit San José. San José has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 16°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.
24°C
16°C
14days
11.5h
Is December a good time to visit San José?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
5:45 AM
5:18 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 17°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 28°C | 17°C | 18 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 26°C | 18°C | 27 | Wet |
| June | 25°C | 17°C | 28 | Wet |
| July | 25°C | 17°C | 20 | Wet |
| August | 25°C | 17°C | 27 | Wet |
| September | 25°C | 16°C | 30 | Wet |
| October | 24°C | 17°C | 29 | Wet |
| November | 23°C | 17°C | 28 | Wet |
| December | 24°C | 16°C | 14 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for December
Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
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Common Questions
Is December a good time to visit San José? +
December is typically Excellent for visiting San José, with average highs of 24°C and around 14 rainy days.
What should I pack for San José in December? +
With highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in San José in December? +
San José typically sees around 14 rainy days in December.
How many hours of daylight are there in San José in December? +
In December, San José gets approximately 11.5 hours of daylight per day.
Is December peak season in San José? +
Yes, December is peak season in San José. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit San José? +
The best months to visit San José are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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