Cartago Weather & Climate: Costa Rica

Climate by month across Cartago, Costa Rica, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Cartago

Cartago in Costa Rica sees its peak temperatures in September (24°C (75°F)) and its coolest in January (22°C (72°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Turrialba, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Cartago, particularly in Turrialba, you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 24°C (75°F) the whole year.

When it comes to rainfall, Cartago sees significant variations throughout the year. October tends to be the wettest, receiving 464 mm (18 in) of rain, while March is much drier with just 126 mm (5 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 254 mm (10 in) to 464 mm (18 in) monthly.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for March, when daylight hours are at their peak.

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Climate map of Cartago

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Turrialba 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 17°C (63°F) 3308 mm (130 in) 2,446 hours
Orosí 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 15°C (59°F) 3041 mm (120 in) 2,446 hours
Cachí 22°C (72°F) 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 16°C (61°F) 3019 mm (119 in) 2,446 hours
La Suiza 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 17°C (63°F) 3223 mm (127 in) 2,446 hours
Paraíso 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 16°C (61°F) 3150 mm (124 in) 2,446 hours
Cartago 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 16°C (61°F) 3240 mm (128 in) 2,446 hours

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