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Atenas weather in January (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

What weather conditions can you expect in Atenas this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During January, Atenas is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 18°C.

Precipitation

Atenas in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 11 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 285 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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.

What To Do

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

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

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