Playa Avellana Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Playa Avellana, Costa Rica, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), ranging from 34°C (93°F) in April to 30°C (86°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 1917 mm (75 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to October) seasons. Sunshine peaks in March, when the city sees around 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Playa Avellana
The climate in Playa Avellana remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in April to a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 26°C (79°F) in April to around 24°C (75°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Playa Avellana
Playa Avellana is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1917 mm (75 in). The climate in Playa Avellana shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 363 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.8 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Playa Avellana 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 Playa Avellana
For those who appreciate different seasons, Playa Avellana serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in September, offering only 5.3 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Playa Avellana by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Playa Avellana.
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
Playa Avellana 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Playa Avellana
In general, temperatures in Playa Avellana range from 30°C (86°F) to 34°C (93°F) across the year, with January, February, March, April and December being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Visitors should note that May, June, July, August, September and October are part of the rainy season, bringing substantial rainfall. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
