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Platanillo weather in October (Costa Rica)

Curious about the October weather in Platanillo? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Platanillo typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C.

Platanillo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 928 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 22 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 155 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 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 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 Platanillo 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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