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La Cruz Climate by Month

La Cruz maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in La Cruz remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in April to a comfortable 29°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 23°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

La Cruz has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1616 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in La Cruz, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 301 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In La Cruz, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.3 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (32 KM, 20 Miles).

The best time of year to visit La Cruz in Costa Rica

La Cruz has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 31°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in La Cruz?
    Rainy season in La Cruz occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
  • Does La Cruz have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of February and March are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in La Cruz?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in La Cruz?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in La Cruz?
    October tops the wettest month list with 301 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in La Cruz?
    March is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in La Cruz?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 250 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for La Cruz

    Sun   Dec 15
    29°C | 22°C
    NE 29 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    29°C | 22°C
    E 25 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    29°C | 22°C
    NE 25 km/h
    1.7 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain