Alajuela weather in October
Considering a trip to Alajuela this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Alajuela in October?
Alajuela is a region in Costa Rica. October in Alajuela generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
During the day the temperature is warm in Birrí at 25°C and very warm in Los Chiles at 30°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Los Chiles and 17°C in Birrí.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Playa el Jobo with an average of 289 mm to heavy rainfall in Atenas with 497 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Fortuna. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 167 hours of sunlight anticipated in Fortuna. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Alajuela, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Alajuela's yearly weather, check out our Alajuela climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Alajuela?
Fortuna
In October Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Alajuela
In October Alajuela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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El Castillo de La Fortuna
In October El Castillo de La Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bijagua
In October Bijagua generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Atenas
In October Atenas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Alajuela, in Costa Rica.
Is October the best time to visit Alajuela?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Fortuna, October may not be the ideal time to visit Alajuela.
Generally speaking, February and March provide perfect weather in Fortuna. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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