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Carrillo Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Carrillo in January? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Carrillo in January

Typically, about 8 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Carrillo in January

January is one of the better months to visit Carrillo. Expect 31°C (88°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. Nights are warm at 24°C (75°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in Carrillo in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 264 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Carrillo.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Carrillo.

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Carrillo Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 17 mm (0.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Historical weather for Carrillo in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Carrillo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Carrillo historical weather extremes in January

Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Carrillo.

  • Carrillo recorded its highest January temperature of 33°C (91°F) on January 16, 2007.
  • Carrillo experienced its chilliest January day on January 9, 2011, reaching only 26°C (79°F).
  • The coldest night in January in Carrillo was on January 23, 2016, with a minimum of 21°C (70°F).

Best Places in Costa Rica in January

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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).

What to Wear in Carrillo in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Carrillo in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Carrillo in January

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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