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Puntarenas weather in July (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

What weather conditions can you expect in Puntarenas this July? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for July in Puntarenas includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 29°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 24°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Puntarenas in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 358 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 21 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 164 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Puntarenas. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puntarenas climate page with graphs.

 

Puntarenas, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 358 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 164 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Costa Rica in July

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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