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Manuel Antonio Weather in January

Manuel Antonio in January sees high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 23°C (73°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Manuel Antonio in January

Manuel Antonio is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 11 days and an average of 221 mm (8.7 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Manuel Antonio in January

Temperatures in Manuel Antonio in January top out at 28°C (82°F) and drop to 23°C (73°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Manuel Antonio in January

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 270 hours of sun. Showers typically arrive in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, there's plenty of sunshine for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Manuel Antonio.

Manuel Antonio Temperature in January

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
221 mm (8.7 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (2 KM, 1 Miles).

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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 Manuel Antonio in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Manuel Antonio in January

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

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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