The weather in October in Costa Rica
It's warm in October in Costa Rica with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Costa Rica. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Costa Rica. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2017, Costa Rica reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 287 mm of precipitation, spread over 26 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Costa Rica
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Costa Rica. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Costa Rica | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 287 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 26 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Costa Rica with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Costa Rica is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Costa Rica runs from June to November.
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The climate in Costa Rica is based on weather data from San José. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Costa Rica to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Costa Rica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Costa Rica
Temperature in October in Costa Rica over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in 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.
Daily Precipitation in October in Costa Rica
Total precipitation in October in Costa Rica over the years
Daily UV index in October in Costa Rica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Costa Rica, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in October in Costa Rica
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Although nature was beautiful and vibrant, frequent rain showers made planning some days difficult. It was warm, but less sunny than expected.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Costa Rica by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Costa Rica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.