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Montezuma Weather in January

January is one of the excellent months to visit Montezuma, with daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Montezuma in January

This month experiences about 9 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 25 mm (1 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Montezuma in January

January tends to be one of the excellent months in Montezuma, with 29°C (84°F) in the afternoon and 26°C (79°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights are warm at 26°C (79°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in Montezuma in January

The city usually sees around 264 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Montezuma.

Montezuma Temperature in January

Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
25 mm (1 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
264 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (43 KM, 26 Miles).

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Historical weather records for Montezuma in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Montezuma spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Montezuma historical weather extremes in January

Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Montezuma.

  • The hottest January day on record in Montezuma reached 33°C (91°F) (January 16, 2007).
  • On January 2, 2023, Montezuma saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 21°C (70°F) on January 23, 2016, marking the coldest January night on record.
  • The wettest January day on record brought 12 mm (0.5 in) of precipitation to Montezuma (January 28, 2020).

Best Places 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. See all of Costa Rica in January →

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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 Montezuma in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Montezuma in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Montezuma in January

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

Montezuma 3-Day Forecast

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