When is the best time to go to Puntarenas?

When is the best time to go to Puntarenas? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Puntarenas are January, February, March, April and December
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, May and December
  • January is the driest month
  • October is the rainiest month
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Puntarenas

For full information about the climate and weather in Puntarenas a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

January 76°F/90°F
0.4in
February 76°F/94°F
0.5in
March 76°F/94°F
0.7in
April 79°F/94°F
4.1in
May 79°F/90°F
15.7in
June 79°F/88°F
19in
July 77°F/88°F
17.3in
August 77°F/88°F
19.2in
September 77°F/88°F
20.1in
October 77°F/86°F
25.9in
November 76°F/86°F
11.3in
December 76°F/88°F
2.2in


Weather and climate in Puntarenas

Puntarenas enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry winter) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Puntarenas is 90°F (ranging from 86°F in october to 94°F in march). Annual rainfall is 136.1in, with a minimum of 0.4in in january and a maximum of 25.9in in october.
  • Between january and march the climate is beautiful. By early evening, the temperature averages 85°F and it rains about 0.7in each month.
  • From april to may the climate is correct. It is for example 90°F as maximum temperature in may and it rains about 15.7in each month.
  • Between june and october the climate is very unfavorable. At lunchtime, it's 86°F in average and it rains about 25.9in each month.
  • Between november and december the climate is good. The temperature rises to 88°F and you can expect to have 2.2in of rainfall/month during this period.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Puntarenas

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Puntarenas: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Puntarenas

Find out when Puntarenas has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Puntarenas

  • Very low season in Puntarenas
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: May, June, September and October.
  • Low season in Puntarenas
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, February, March, April, July, August and November.
  • Peak season in Puntarenas
    The largest number of tourists visiting Puntarenas is during: December.

Figure: Visitor index for Puntarenas month by month



Best time for low prices in Puntarenas

Average prices of hotels in Puntarenas month by month

Generally, June is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Puntarenas. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, December is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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