Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
March, February, January
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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Tip for your trip
The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Costa Rica are from March, February, January. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.
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Destinations for Sun & Beach in Costa Rica
Drake Bay
Puerto Viejo
Quepos
Santa Teresa
Tamarindo
Tortuguero National Park
Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Costa Rica
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 63Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 129 |
February | 84Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 78 |
March | 86Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 73 |
April | 57Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 143 |
May | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 25° | 305 |
June | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 381 |
July | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 352 |
August | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 393 |
September | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 393 |
October | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 460 |
November | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 342 |
December | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 218 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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