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Outdoor activities Potential

43/100

Poor

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

February, March, December

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

25°C – 27°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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The best time to visit Manuel Antonio for hiking is February, March, December, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Manuel Antonio

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
39Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°60
February
43Poor
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°48
March
40Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°52
April
25Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°129
May
15Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°316
June
19Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°300
July
19Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°262
August
19Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°280
September
19Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°344
October
20Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°394
November
24Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°241
December
40Poor
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
25°77

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Manuel Antonio

When is the best time to visit Manuel Antonio for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Manuel Antonio for outdoor activities is typically in February, March, December, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Manuel Antonio?

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Rainy season typically: May–November. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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