Costa Rica in February: Pacific or Caribbean Coast?
Compare Costa Rica weather in February, from dry and sunny Tamarindo to wetter Puerto Viejo, plus Jacó, Arenal and San José.
La Ese in February sees high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F). With just 85 mm (3.3 in) of rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Costa Rica in February →
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).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in February. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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