Puerto Limón Climate by Month
The weather in Puerto Limón is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average day and night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Puerto Limón experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 23°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Puerto Limón has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3401 mm of rainfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 461 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, April brings less rainfall, with 138 mm over 9 rainy days.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
While the amount of sunshine in Puerto Limón varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 5.9 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 4.0 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Puerto Limón ranges from 27°C in January to 29°C in June.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Puerto Limón.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Puerto Limón ranges from 1°C in January to 2°C in March.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Puerto Limón in Costa Rica
Puerto Limón has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 29°C.The average rainfall figures in Puerto Limón 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:
September has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 461 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 138 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 177 hours of sunshine.
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