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Platanillo weather in October (Costa Rica)

Wondering what the weather is like in Platanillo during October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During October, Platanillo usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 25°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 21°C.

Precipitation

Platanillo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 928 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Typically around 22 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Platanillo. February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Platanillo, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 928 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 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.

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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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