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Paraíso Weather in January

Paraíso in January sees high daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 99 mm (3.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Paraíso in January

Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 99 mm (3.9 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Paraíso in January

Weather in Paraíso is at its perfect in January. Highs reach 22°C (72°F), while nights settle around 13°C (55°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 13°C (55°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Paraíso in January

The month enjoys around 283 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances for Paraíso.

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Paraíso Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm (3.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 283 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in January

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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 (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 Paraíso in January

For Paraíso in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Paraíso in January

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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