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Puerto Limón Weather in September

Puerto Limón in September sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 244 mm (9.6 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Puerto Limón in September

Puerto Limón is in the rainy season in September, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 244 mm (9.6 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Puerto Limón in September

Temperatures in Puerto Limón in September top out at 29°C (84°F) and drop to 25°C (77°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Puerto Limón in September

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 156 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.

Wind Speed in Puerto Limón in September

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during September. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in September

At 29°C (84°F), the water feels bath-warm. Fine for swimming, but those looking for a cooling swim may be a bit disappointed.

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

Puerto Limón Temperature in September

Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Water Temperature
29°C (84°F) *
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
244 mm (9.6 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
85% *
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
156 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*

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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 Puerto Limón in September

Warm temperatures in September make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! With water temperatures around 29°C (84°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Puerto Limón in September

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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