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Sarapiquí Climate by Month

Sarapiquí has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Sarapiquí experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in September to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 20°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Sarapiquí has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3464 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Sarapiquí shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 445 mm of precipitation over 17 rainy days. In contrast, April offers drier and sunnier days, with around 117 mm of rainfall over 8 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sarapiquí serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: San José, Costa Rica (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: San José, Costa Rica (62 KM, 38 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Sarapiquí in Costa Rica

Sarapiquí has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 30°C.
The average rainfall figures in Sarapiquí 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 hottest month in Sarapiquí?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Sarapiquí?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sarapiquí?
    November tops the wettest month list with 445 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sarapiquí?
    April is the driest month with 117 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sarapiquí?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 284 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sarapiquí

    Sat   Nov 23
    25°C | 21°C
    SW 7 km/h
    8.3 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    27°C | 22°C
    W 11 km/h
    14 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    26°C | 22°C
    W 4 km/h
    19 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain