Tamarindo Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Tamarindo has relatively stable weather with very warm temperatures.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Tamarindo temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in April to a comfortable 30°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 24°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tamarindo experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1825 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Tamarindo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, with an average of 354 mm of precipitation over 21 rainy days. In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.5 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tamarindo Precipitation page.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Tamarindo 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tamarindo.
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
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Tamarindo in Costa Rica
Tamarindo has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 33°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Tamarindo occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 354 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 305 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
