Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Paraiso, Costa Rica, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (71°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in Paraiso throughout December hovers around 72%.
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In December, Paraiso averages 116 mm (4.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 32 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 32 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Paraiso reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||