Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (69°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz throughout December hovers around 70%.
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In December, Santa Cruz averages 31 mm (1.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 31 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 23 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 72% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In December, the UV Index in Santa Cruz reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||