Atenas weather in January (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Atenas in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Atenas the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Atenas in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 285 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Atenas, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 44 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 285 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in January

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in January and which places have the best weather 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 Atenas in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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