Platanés Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Platanés can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 23°C (73°F) in August to 9°C (48°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Platanés experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 624 mm (25 in) yearly. The seasons in Platanés bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 3.6 mm (0.1 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Platanés Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Platanés, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Platanés.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year