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Costa RicaThe climate of Puntarenas
The current climate in Puntarenas features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 19°C and in the warmer months around 23°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 Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Puntarenas in recent years was 38°C in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 20°C in October 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Puntarenas receives 1986 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Puntarenas runs from June to November.
Best time to visit Puntarenas?
The best time to visit Puntarenas 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 Puntarenas. 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 Puntarenas
The climate table of Puntarenas 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.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 20 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 10 | 1,6 | 37 | 44 | 235 | 223 | 190 | 352 | 393 | 306 | 167 | 27 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 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 Puntarenas, 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 Puntarenas
Yearly Temperature in Puntarenas
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Puntarenas, 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 Puntarenas
Total Yearly Precipitation in Puntarenas
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Puntarenas, 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 Puntarenas
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Average weather in Puntarenas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puntarenas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.