Mal País weather in October (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

How is the weather in Mal País in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Mal País generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Mal País in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 443 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 167 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 Mal País. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase 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 October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 443 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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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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 Mal País in October?

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 October.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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