Costa Rica in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?

How are weather conditions in Costa Rica in january? Is it a good time to go to Puerto Jiménez and Heredia? Check this with weather averages and advices on this page.

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Weather in Costa Rica in january 2021

Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in Costa Rica. These datas are statistics for the month of january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.

Weather details in january

The entire Costa Rican territory enjoys a perfect association between heat and sporadic presence of rain. Whatever the destination, one will enjoy a climate throughout January in Costa Rica that is conducive to practicing all kinds of activities. Only the locality of Puerto Jiménez is disadvantaged by a high humidity.

Costa Rican East Coast in January

Sunny, warm and bright days will liven up any stay in Eastern Costa Rica. With temperatures ranging from 23° C to 31° C and favoring a pleasantly warm sea, one can enjoy the warmest hours to cool off at the sea or on the beach.

Central Costa Rica in January

Morning temperatures are cool and comfortable and heat is present the rest of the day: this is what characterizes the climate in Costa Rica throughout January. Because of its geographical configuration, the localities in the center of the country are subject to showers that occur in the afternoon or evening. For this reason, arrange to avoid the rain during nocturnal excursions.

The West Coast of Costa Rica in January

The coastline bordering the Pacific enjoys a superb weather in Costa Rica throughout January. Not only is the heat pleasant, but the rarity of the rain also allows to have beautiful sunny days for entertainment. However, if traveling through Puerto Jiménez, expect nocturnal showers that may spoil the evenings.

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Where to go in Costa Rica in january?

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Where should you go in Costa Rica in january when it comes to the weather?

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The climate in Costa Rica in january ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.

warning in january the weather is different depending on the city and regions of the country.

In january the weather in Costa Rica is perfect. It concerns the city of Liberia (Guanacaste) only. Thus, in Liberia (Guanacaste) these ideal weather conditions will allow you to enjoy 100% your trip: the sun is here, it rains very little and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to go to this city!

Please note that the weather is still good in the cities of Escazu, Alajuela, Puntarenas, Uvita, Puerto Limón, Montezuma, Tamarindo, Monteverde, San Jose, Quepos and Heredia. In these cities, temperatures are still suitable and allow you to visit - and why not do a bit of sunbathing in the sun!

If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example for cultural tours or hiking, the city of Puerto Jiménez have a ok but correct weather for this kind of activity in january.

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Climate in Costa Rica in january

Climate in San Jose in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in San Jose is 68°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate quite good in that area in january. With 2.2in over 9 days, rain may occur throughout your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, the month of january is a recommended month to go in this city.

	December	January	February
Average temperature	67°F	68°F	68°F
Highest temperature	76°F	77°F	79°F
Lowest temperature	59°F	58°F	59°F
Rainfall	5.2in	2.2in	2.7in
Number of days with rainfall	14 day(s) (46%)	9 day(s) (29%)	9 day(s) (30%)
Humidity	90%	88%	86%
Daily sunshine hours	12	11	12
Cloud cover	45%	34%	30%
Length of day	11:33	11:36	11:49
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	good

more information about the climate in San Jose in january

Climate in Montezuma in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 72°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very hot here in january. With just 0.3in over 2 days, it rains very little for your trip.
With a good climate, the month of january is a good time to go in Montezuma.

	December	January	February
Average temperature	79°F	81°F	83°F
Highest temperature	86°F	90°F	92°F
Lowest temperature	72°F	72°F	74°F
Rainfall	1.5in	0.3in	0.7in
Number of days with rainfall	8 day(s) (25%)	2 day(s) (5%)	4 day(s) (13%)
Humidity	83%	78%	76%
Daily sunshine hours	12	10	11
Cloud cover	18%	12%	11%
Length of day	11:34	11:38	11:49
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	perfect	good

more information about the climate in Montezuma in january

Climate in Puerto Limón in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Puerto Limón is 81°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate is burning here in january. With 5.1in over 12 days, rainfall can happen throughout your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With good weather conditions, the month of january is a good time to go there in Costa Rica.

	December	January	February
Average temperature	81°F	81°F	81°F
Highest temperature	88°F	86°F	86°F
Lowest temperature	76°F	74°F	76°F
Sea temperature	83°F	82°F	82°F
Rainfall	6.8in	5.1in	4.4in
Number of days with rainfall	14 day(s) (46%)	12 day(s) (37%)	12 day(s) (42%)
Humidity	75%	75%	75%
Daily sunshine hours	11	10	11
Cloud cover	42%	41%	38%
Length of day	11:33	11:36	11:49
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	good

more information about the climate in Puerto Limón in january

Climate in Puntarenas in january

In january, the mean temperature in Puntarenas is 85°F (maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is burning in this location in the month of january. It's raining really exceptionally during january. You will not get wet for your stay!
With good weather conditions, the month of january is an advisable month to go there.

	December	January	February
Average temperature	79°F	85°F	85°F
Highest temperature	88°F	92°F	94°F
Lowest temperature	72°F	77°F	77°F
Sea temperature	83°F	83°F	84°F
Rainfall	1.3in	0.3in	0.7in
Number of days with rainfall	5 day(s) (17%)	1 day(s) (4%)	3 day(s) (11%)
Humidity	80%	68%	68%
Daily sunshine hours	12	10	11
Cloud cover	19%	13%	11%
Length of day	11:33	11:36	11:49
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	good

more information about the climate in Puntarenas in january

Climate in Tamarindo in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very warm there in january. It rains very rarely during this month. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain during your vacations!
With a good weather, january is an advisable month to go in this locality in Costa Rica.

	December	January	February
Average temperature	81°F	85°F	86°F
Highest temperature	88°F	90°F	92°F
Lowest temperature	74°F	81°F	81°F
Rainfall	0.4in	0in	0.2in
Number of days with rainfall	2 day(s) (6%)	0 day(s) (1%)	1 day(s) (4%)
Humidity	84%	72%	70%
Daily sunshine hours	12	9	10
Cloud cover	15%	11%	10%
Length of day	11:32	11:36	11:49
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net	good	good	good

more information about the climate in Tamarindo in january

All cities in Costa Rica in january

San Jose in january	good weather
Montezuma in january	perfect weather
Puerto Limón in january	good weather
Puntarenas in january	good weather
Tamarindo in january	good weather
Alajuela in january	good weather
Escazu in january	good weather
Heredia in january	good weather
La Cruz in january	good weather
Liberia (Guanacaste) in january	perfect weather
Monteverde in january	good weather
Puerto Jiménez in january	good weather
Quepos in january	perfect weather
Uvita in january	good weather
Atenas in january	good weather
Belen in january	good weather
Canas in january	perfect weather
Desamparados in january	good weather
Esparza in january	good weather
Guacimo in january	good weather
Guapiles in january	good weather

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Weather data for Costa Rica in january:

Weather data for Costa Rica in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Costa Rica. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Costa Rica can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Costa Rica.