Mal País weather in January (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Mal País this January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During January, Mal País is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 26°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Mal País in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 264 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mal País, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 264 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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