Matapalo weather in October (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

What is the weather forecast for Matapalo in October? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In October, Matapalo usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 27°C, cooling off to about 22°C at night.

Precipitation

Matapalo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 973 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 155 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Matapalo. February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matapalo, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 973 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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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 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. 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.

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