Playa Hermosa weather in January (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Playa Hermosa this January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Playa Hermosa during January, which means very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 24°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Playa Hermosa in January usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 4.1 mm for the month. Expect around 7 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 295 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Playa Hermosa. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Playa Hermosa, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 4.1 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 295 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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.

What To Do

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

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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