Costa RicaThe climate of Nicoya
The current climate in Nicoya features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 30°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 21°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nicoya, Costa Rica.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Nicoya in recent years was 58°C in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 21°C in October 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Nicoya receives 2343 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Nicoya runs from June to November.
Best time to visit Nicoya?
The best time to visit Nicoya for sunny weather is January through April and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nicoya. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Nicoya
The climate table of Nicoya shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 32 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 31 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 35 | 1,5 | 0,3 | 110 | 281 | 279 | 183 | 269 | 363 | 500 | 267 | 54 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nicoya, Costa Rica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nicoya
Yearly Temperature in Nicoya
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nicoya, Costa Rica. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nicoya
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nicoya
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Nicoya, Costa Rica. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Nicoya
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Average weather in Nicoya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nicoya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.