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Matapalo weather in October (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Planning a trip to Matapalo in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Matapalo generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C.

Matapalo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 973 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 155 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 71%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 973 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 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 Matapalo 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.

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