Quepos weather in January (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

How is the weather in Quepos in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Quepos generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C.

Quepos in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 223 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 270 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February and March typically offer 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 Quepos climate page with graphs.

 

Quepos, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 223 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Costa Rica in January

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in January 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 Quepos in January?

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 January.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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