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Costa Rica Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Costa Rica in February.

Planning a journey to Costa Rica this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Costa Rica in February

Costa Rica offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Cachí at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Santa Cruz at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Santa Cruz and 13°C (55°F) in Cachí. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Costa Rica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ocotal with an average of 2.8 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca with 197 mm (7.8 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Jacó typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Jacó enjoys about 252 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica in February

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Costa Rica

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Costa Rica (February)

Precipitation variation in Costa Rica (February)

Jacó

In February Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
252 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

San José

In February San José generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
283 hours
265 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Tamarindo

In February Tamarindo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
275 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

In February Puerto Viejo de Talamanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
154 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Fortuna

In February Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
252 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Costa Rica in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
San José 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Tamarindo 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Fortuna 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Santa Teresa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Uvita 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)

Costa Rica weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Costa Rica in February?

In February, Costa Rica generally has excellent weather conditions. Jacó sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Costa Rica in February?

Average temperatures in Costa Rica during February range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Jacó.

Does Costa Rica get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Costa Rica during February, with Jacó averaging close to 46 mm (1.8 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Costa Rica. Typically, the climate in Jacó is excellent.

Generally speaking, January and February provide excellent weather in Jacó. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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