Guachipelín Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Guachipelín, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in April at 33°C (91°F) and dipping in January to 29°C (84°F).
With around 1912 mm (75 in) of annual rainfall, Guachipelín has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to October) seasons. The wettest month is September. The sunniest month is March, with 10.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Guachipelín
With minimal seasonal shifts, Guachipelín experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in April. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 23°C (73°F) in April to 21°C (70°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Guachipelín
Guachipelín has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1912 mm (75 in) of rainfall per year. Guachipelín can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 359 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 10 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Guachipelín 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 Guachipelín
Guachipelín can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of March under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in September, with only 5.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Guachipelín by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Guachipelín.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 86%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Guachipelín 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Guachipelín
With its warm weather, Guachipelín experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 33°C (91°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that May, June, July, August, September and October make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
