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Dominical Weather in October
Dominical in October sees high temperatures, with highs around 26°C (79°F) and overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 1003 mm (39 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Dominical in October
Dominical is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 1003 mm (39 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Dominical in October
October is a good time to be in Dominical. Days are excellent, reaching 26°C (79°F), with nights around 22°C (72°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights are mild at around 22°C (72°F), which is comfortable for most people.
Sunshine in Dominical in October
The area enjoys a balanced 155 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October 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 October
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
1003 mm (39 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (38 KM, 23 Miles).
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Historical weather records for Dominical in October
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 October
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Dominical from 2006 through 2025.
- Dominical recorded its highest October temperature of 28°C (82°F) on October 5, 2024.
- The coldest October day was on October 18, 2011, with a maximum of 21°C (70°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 19°C (66°F) (October 2, 2016).
- The wettest October day on record brought 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation to Dominical (October 23, 2010).
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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 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! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
Dominical 3-Day Forecast
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