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Barranca Weather in October

October in Barranca brings high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Barranca in October

As part of the rainy season, Barranca sees around 21 days of rain in October, with an average of 489 mm (19 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Barranca in October

Temperatures in Barranca in October top out at 28°C (82°F) and drop to 23°C (73°F) overnight. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With lows of 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Sunshine in Barranca in October

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 167 hours of sunlight expected. Even though this month is part of the rainy season, you could still see the sun every now and then.

Wind Speed in Barranca in October

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during October. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. December typically offers the best weather for Barranca.

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Barranca Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 71%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 489 mm (19 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in October

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Barranca in October

Warm temperatures in October make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Barranca in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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