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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Cachí.
Cachí, Cartago, Costa Rica, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 23°C (73°F), peaking in April at 23°C (73°F) and dipping in January to 22°C (72°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 3019 mm (119 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to November. October is the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in March, with an average of 9.5 hours of daily sunshine.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Cachí experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in April to a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 16°C (61°F) in April to 13°C (55°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Cachí has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3019 mm (119 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Cachí bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 459 mm (18 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 77 mm (3 in) over 9 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Cachí Precipitation page.
In Cachí, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.5 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.8 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cachí.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 87%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Cachí. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Cachí has a distinct rainy season from May to November.
Daytime highs range from 22°C (72°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 3019 mm (119 in). October is the wettest month with 459 mm (18 in), while March is the driest with 77 mm (3 in).
Cachí receives around 2,446 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 284 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 145 hours. Overall, Cachí enjoys abundant sunshine.
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