The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Monteverde sees 20°C during the day with 5.8h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. March (8.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Monteverde. Compared to November: 18 pts fewer rainy days, +1.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Sea
31°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 18
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Monteverde is March (8.0/10), 0.7 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Costa Rica
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyColón costaricain (₡)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 23°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 20°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 69%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Monteverde ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
Costa RicaTropical climate with a 8.0 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
10.31°N · 84.82°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Monteverde?
March is the best month with 22.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 18.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Monteverde get in March?
Monteverde averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Monteverde?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Monteverde in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 22.0°C.
Is Monteverde good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Monteverde scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Monteverde?
June is the most difficult month to visit Monteverde, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Monteverde in December?
In December, the sea averages 31°C in Monteverde: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Monteverde in December?
The average UV index reaches 5 in December in Monteverde (moderate), with about 11.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.