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.
tolerable weather across 8% of the territory good weather across 11% of the territory perfect weather across 82% of the territory
Weather in Costa Rica in january 2022
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.
Average weather in january in San Jose
perfect weather
Weather at 6am
59°F
Clear/Sunny
47% of time
31%
17%
5%
Weather at 12pm
76°F
Clear/Sunny
61% of time
32%
6%
3%
Weather at 6pm
65°F
Partly Cloudy
30% of time
28%
28%
9%
Weather at 3am
59°F
47%
28%
15%
8%
Where to go in Costa Rica in january?
Where to go in Costa Rica in january: destination map
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Where should you go in Costa Rica in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Costa Rica in january ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
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.
Climate in Costa Rica in january
Climate in San Jose in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in San Jose is 67°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate quite good in that area in january. With 1.3in over 6 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.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 67°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 11:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Montezuma in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 74°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very hot here in january. With just 0.3in over 1 days,
it rains very little for your trip.
With a good climate, the month of january is a good time to go in Montezuma.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 11:38 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Puerto Limón in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Puerto Limón is 79°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 76°F). The climate is burning here in january. With 4.9in 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.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (38%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 11:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Puntarenas in january
In january, the mean temperature in Puntarenas is 81°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 72°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.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 11:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Tamarindo in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 83°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.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (1%) | ||
| Humidity | 66% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 11% | ||
| Length of day | 11:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
All cities in Costa Rica in january
| San Jose in january | perfect weather |
| Montezuma in january | perfect weather |
| Puerto Limón in january | good weather |
| Puntarenas in january | perfect weather |
| Tamarindo in january | perfect weather |
| Alajuela in january | perfect weather |
| Escazu in january | perfect weather |
| Heredia in january | perfect weather |
| La Cruz in january | perfect weather |
| Liberia (Guanacaste) in january | perfect weather |
| Monteverde in january | perfect weather |
| Puerto Jiménez in january | good weather |
| Quepos in january | perfect weather |
| Uvita in january | perfect weather |
| Atenas in january | perfect weather |
| Belen in january | perfect weather |
| Canas in january | perfect weather |
| Desamparados in january | perfect weather |
| Esparza in january | perfect weather |
| Guacimo in january | tolerable weather |
| Guapiles in january | tolerable weather |
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.