Nicoya weather in October (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

What does the weather outlook for Nicoya look like in October? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

October in Nicoya generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 31°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 23°C. Even with its milder temperatures compared to the rest of the year, this month stays comfortably warm and inviting.

Precipitation

Nicoya in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 418 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 21 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Nicoya. January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While April, 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 Nicoya climate page with graphs.

 

Nicoya, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 418 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 171 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in October

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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