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January in Potrero sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Potrero - and find the best time to visit.
33-year average (1988-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Potrero typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 24°C (75°F).
33-year average (1988-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Potrero spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Costa Rica in January →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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