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Weather in Costa Rica



Regions

Central Valley
The metropolitan area is in a higher altitude.  It’s very comfortable year round in the mid 70’s.
Caribbean

Typically hot, humid, and rainy, and doesn't follow the same rainy/dry seasons as other regions.
Mountains
Areas high in the mountains are much cooler, between 50-70 degrees.
Beaches and lowlands
 Typically in the 80’s, with a daily shower sometime during the day in the rainy season. 

Seasonal travel considerations

Green Season (Dec - May)
Dry Season (Jun - Nov)
Pros
Cons
Pros
Cons
Cheaper Worse roads Immaculate weather More expensive
Green and lush Chance for bad weather streak Better roads More tourists
Still sunny at least 1/2 the day More cloudy days Charter flights to Liberia Some areas can be very brown
Rivers and waterfalls full Bad for scuba and snorkeling Better scuba and snorkeling Rivers and waterfalls may have little water

 

(Formerly Orosi Adventures)