Outdoor activities Potential
Poor
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, March, December
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Manuel Antonio?
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. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Manuel Antonio, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Manuel Antonio
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (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).
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