Heredia weather in October (San José, Costa Rica)
Curious about the October weather in Heredia? This guide provides all the details you need.
In October, Heredia typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 24°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.
Heredia in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 443 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 24 days of rain are anticipated.
The city usually sees around 162 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Heredia. January, February, March and April generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Heredia climate page with graphs.
Heredia, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
443 mm
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
87% *
Sunshine
162 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in Costa Rica in October
Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Heredia in October?
For visitors traveling to Heredia, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.
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