Dominical Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Dominical, in Costa Rica's Puntarenas Province, maintains fairly consistent temperatures throughout the year with little seasonal variation. The area experiences heavy rainfall spread across the seasons, with particularly intense downpours during the wet months. People come to Dominical to surf and explore the laid-back beach town vibe along Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Let's explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview on when to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Dominical
The climate in Dominical remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in March. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C (79°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 23°C (73°F) in March to 22°C (72°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Dominical
Dominical is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 7799 mm (307 in). Dominical can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 1015 mm (40 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Dominical Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Dominical
Dominical can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Dominical by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Dominical 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Dominical
In general, temperatures in Dominical range from 26°C (79°F) to 27°C (81°F) across the year, with January, February, March and April being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
