Whether you're visiting Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica during the peak of September (30°C (86°F)) or the cooler months around January (27°C (81°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Tortuguero Village, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
Tortuguero National Park experiences varying average temperatures all year, without any months of consistently pleasant weather.
May, June and September are generally the hottest months of the year.
Precipitation in Tortuguero National Park varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in November with 453 mm (18 in) of rain, while March stays relatively dry with 113 mm (4.4 in).
