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Dominical Weather in April
April in Dominical brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 367 mm (14 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
Rainfall in Dominical in April
As part of the rainy season, Dominical sees around 9 days of rain in April, with an average of 367 mm (14 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Dominical in April
April in Dominical brings typical temperatures with highs around 27°C (81°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Dominical in April
With approximately 240 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Dominical. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Dominical Temperature in April
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
367 mm (14 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
240 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (38 KM, 23 Miles).
Dominical Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Dominical in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dominical spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Dominical historical weather extremes in April
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Dominical from 2006 through 2026.
- The warmest day in April was on April 11, 2026, with a maximum of 29°C (84°F).
- The coldest April day was on April 25, 2006, with a maximum of 23°C (73°F).
- Dominical registered its coldest April night on April 8, 2009, with temperatures dropping to 19°C (66°F).
- The wettest April day on record brought 113 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation to Dominical (April 15, 2021).
Best Places in Costa Rica in April
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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 Dominical in April
Warm temperatures in April 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! You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Dominical in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Dominical 3-Day Forecast
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