Nicoya Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Nicoya is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Nicoya remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very hot climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 36°C in April. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 31°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 22°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Nicoya has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2421 mm of rainfall annually. Nicoya can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 418 mm of precipitation over 21 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 11 mm of rainfall, spread across 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Nicoya Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Nicoya 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nicoya.
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
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Nicoya in Costa Rica
Other facts from our historical weather data:Yes, the months of January, February and March are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 418 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 11 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 305 hours of sunshine.
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