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Platanillo Climate by Month

Platanillo has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. 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 climate in Platanillo remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in March to a comfortable 25°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 20°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Platanillo is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 7092 mm. The seasons in Platanillo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 928 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 143 mm over 8 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 Platanillo, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Platanillo in Costa Rica

During the months of January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

The average rainfall figures in Platanillo are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose March which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Platanillo?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Platanillo?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Platanillo?
    October tops the wettest month list with 928 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Platanillo?
    March is the driest month with 143 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Platanillo?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Platanillo

    Sun   Dec 15
    26°C | 19°C
    SW 7 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of rain

    broken clouds and small chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    27°C | 18°C
    W 7 km/h
    1.8 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    26°C | 20°C
    SW 7 km/h
    2.4 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain