La Fortuna Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, La Fortuna, Alajuela, Costa Rica, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), ranging from 29°C (84°F) in April to 25°C (77°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2191 mm (86 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to October. October is the wettest month.
Monthly Temperature in La Fortuna
The climate in La Fortuna remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in April to a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in April to 20°C (68°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in La Fortuna
La Fortuna is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2191 mm (86 in). The seasons in La Fortuna bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy snowfall, with an average of 333 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This snowfall is distributed across 21 snowy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 38 mm (1.5 in) over 5 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our La Fortuna Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
La Fortuna 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit La Fortuna
During January, February, March, April and November, La Fortuna experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 38 mm (1.5 in) and 140 mm (5.5 in).
Plan accordingly for May, June, July, August, September, October and December, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
