Weather in April in Costa Rica
Planning a trip to Costa Rica this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Costa Rica in April?
In April, Costa Rica experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is warm in Cachí at 23°C and very hot in Santa Cruz at 36°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Santa Cruz and 14°C in Cachí. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.For specific regional insights in Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Playa el Jobo with an average of 18 mm to heavy rainfall in Dominical with 367 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Jacó enjoys approximately 255 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a more detailed look at Costa Rica's conditions throughout the year, check out our Costa Rica climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Costa Rica?
Jacó
In April Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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San José
In April San José generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Tamarindo
In April Tamarindo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Puerto Viejo
In April Puerto Viejo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Fortuna
In April Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Costa Rica?
In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Costa Rica with overall pleasant weather in Jacó.
Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Jacó. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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