Things to do in Carara in December

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Overview

December is a good time to visit Carara. The weather is usually very warm and humid but cool, with temperatures ranging from 74—82°F (23—28°C).

Carara has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your December trip to Carara. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to December. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Carara in December. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout December, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Carara in December

Top experiences in December
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Holidays in Carara in December
December
  • Day of Abolition of the Army (December 1)
  • Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31)
Other notable holidays
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Weather in Carara in December

Temperatures on an average day in Carara in December

The average temperature in Carara in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 82°F (28°C) to a low of 74°F (23°C). Some would describe the temperature to be very warm. humid but cool

For comparison, the hottest month in Carara, March, has days with highs of 88°F (31°C) and lows of 76°F (24°C). The coldest month, December has days with highs of 82°F (28°C) and lows of 74°F (23°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Carara in December based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in December
82°F
highs
74°F
lows

General weather summary

Very warm, humid but cool
Feels like
49%
Chance of rain
0.370 in
Amount
8.8 mph
Wind speed
82%
Humidity
11.6 hrs
Daylight length
5:45 AM
Sunrise
5:20 PM
Sunset
50%
Cloud cover
Sleeveless shirt
What to wear
What to wear in December
With an average high of 82°F (28°C) and a low of 74°F (23°C), it generally feels very warm and humid but cool. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something very light like a sleeveless shirt and remember to bring an umbrella
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Best attractions for Carara in December

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Carara has to offer for travelers in December, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Carara that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Carara for December.
Parque Nacional Carara
1. Parque Nacional Carara
4.4
(1927)
National park
Nature & Parks
Sprawling national park known for its lush rainforest, abundant wildlife & scenic hiking trails.
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Beautiful national park with a large variety of plant, insect and animal species. When we visited there was no shortage of specimens to see in their natural environment. The walking through the park is very easy so young and old can easily partake. Load the Merlin app and you'll be able to identify many different bird species. Monkeys are plentiful. Bring a rain jacket, binoculars and sturdy waterproof footwear. Bug spray is helpful. The bugs weren't bad, but there were a few. It is one of the smaller parks, but very nice and very convenient to Jaco.
Barry B — Google review
Amazing park!! We saw white faced monkeys, tons of macaws, poisonous frogs, a bat, a tarantula, eyelash viper, parrots and other tropical birds, etc. etc. Hiiiighly recommend hiring a guide when you get to the park (cash only, we paid $35 pp) - we wouldn't have seen/noticed anything but maybe the macaws & frogs without the help of our amazing guide Andre! And they will get up close shots with their scopes for some incredible photos.
Courtney P — Google review
We came as soon as they opened but unfortunately didn't stay more than 40min because we forgot to bring our bug spray. It's a must for this park we were immediately surrounded by hundreds of bugs. They don't sell any at the park so make sure you bring your own. We bought our tickets online for 10$. There were guides at the entrance of the park which would be smart to get one they are able to spot the animals and insects a lot easier than most people. I believe they charge 25$ per person for around 3 hours. We'll be back prepared for the next hike
Maurice S — Google review
Get your ticket online. The entrance was no line at 10am. The trail was reasy to follow. It started raining during my walk. The frogs and snakes started moving. It was really dark in the dense parts so prepare for that. There was biting horse flies but the are easily neutralized. Mosquitoes weren't an issue for me even with my shirt off during the heavy rain. Overall great trail ill have to return to experience it on a sunny day. I walked up to the croc bridge. Its 2 kilometers and felt a bit far esp with 18 wheelers flying by. I'd recommend a taxi for most. But its a neat spot with food and crocs and macaws flying around. Check it out for sure.
Cyrus B — Google review
Carara National Park is a hidden gem for nature lovers! The biodiversity here is incredible—you can see everything from scarlet macaws to monkeys, butterflies, and so much more. We opted to explore the park with a local guide, and it made all the difference. Without their keen eye and deep knowledge, we would have missed so much of the wildlife that was camouflaged or high up in the trees. The trails are well-maintained, and the experience felt peaceful and immersive. Highly recommend hiring a guide—you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the park and its amazing ecosystem.
S N — Google review
We really enjoyed walking through this park! I would recommend stopping by. It'll take a couple of hours to go through and look at all of the vegetation and inhabitants.
Darrel B — Google review
Visited on a sunday in early August 2025. Complicated system of ticket purchase must be changed to make it more easy, especially for some not-so computer savy types like me! So we spent about 15 mins trying to get on-line to purchase the tickets and that was no nice. But everything else is nice in this park! Walk slowly, search out the mixted bird flocks - find the antbirds! If you find birds you will be really really be getting your birding fix, we got Bicolored Antbird as well! I would recommend a guide to anyone not in full knowledge of the difficulties of finding wildlife in such a dense, dark place. Otherwise, selfies and jungle photos easy!
Stamatis Z — Google review
Very nice well marked trails to hike on, saw many different types of birds, insects, (leaf cutters ants careful where you step) and we saw a type of wild pig moving around in a group of 6 or so, a very enjoyable hike with some monkeys coming down to get a look at us
Steve K — Google review

What's the weather like in Carara?

It depends on when you visit! We've compiled data from NASA on what the weather is like in Carara for each month of the year: see the links below for more information.

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