Guápiles weather in January (Limon, Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Guápiles in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Guápiles generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C.

Guápiles in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 260 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 283 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Guápiles. February, March and April typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guápiles climate page with graphs.

 

Guápiles, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 260 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 283 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in January

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Guápiles in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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