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La Garita Weather in January

January in La Garita brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). The perfect weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.

Rainfall in La Garita in January

Historically, January sees about 11 days of rain, with a monthly average of 40 mm (1.6 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in La Garita in January

Weather in La Garita is at its perfect in January. Highs reach 27°C (81°F), while nights settle around 17°C (63°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in La Garita in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 285 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit La Garita.

Wind Speed in La Garita in January

Wind speeds average 8 m/s (16 knots) during January. At this speed, strong winds make entire trees sway and create considerable resistance when walking, with dust and loose papers blown around. Since this is an average, some days have strong breezes while others experience more intense winds that significantly affect daily routines.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.

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La Garita Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm (1.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 8 m/s (16 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 285 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in January

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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 La Garita in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in La Garita in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in La Garita in January

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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