Costa Rica

Costa Rica Weather in March

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

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Jacó San José Tamarindo Fortuna

Planning a getaway to Costa Rica this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Costa Rica in March

In March, Costa Rica experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Cachí at 23°C (73°F) to very hot in Santa Cruz at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Santa Cruz and 13°C (55°F) in Cachí. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ocotal with an average of 3.1 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca with 166 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Jacó gets approximately 282 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Costa Rica (March)

Precipitation variation in Costa Rica (March)

Jacó

In March Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
282 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jacó →

San José

In March San José generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in San José →

Tamarindo

In March 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 perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
305 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tamarindo →

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

In March 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 pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
177 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca →

Fortuna

In March Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
282 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Fortuna →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
San José 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Tamarindo 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Fortuna 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Santa Teresa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Uvita 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Costa Rica weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Costa Rica in March?

Expect tolerable weather across Costa Rica in March. The popular destination of Jacó averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Costa Rica in March?

In Jacó, the average daytime high in March is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Costa Rica get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Jacó averages just 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Costa Rica.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Costa Rica?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Costa Rica with overall pleasant weather in Jacó.

On average, the best time to visit Costa Rica is in January and February with generally 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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