Arenal Volcano National Park

Arenal Volcano National Park Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in February.

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El Castillo de La Fortuna Nuevo Arenal La Fortuna

Considering a trip to Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Arenal Volcano National Park in February

Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. February in Arenal Volcano National Park generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in El Castillo de La Fortuna.

To explore the conditions in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in El Castillo de La Fortuna with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Nuevo Arenal with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, El Castillo de La Fortuna enjoys approximately 252 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Arenal Volcano National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arenal Volcano National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on El Castillo de La Fortuna)

January27°C (81°F) February28°C (82°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May29°C (84°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November27°C (81°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Arenal Volcano National Park in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Arenal Volcano National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Arenal Volcano National Park

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Arenal Volcano National Park (February)

Precipitation variation in Arenal Volcano National Park (February)

El Castillo de La Fortuna

In February El Castillo de La Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
252 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in El Castillo de La Fortuna →

Nuevo Arenal

In February Nuevo Arenal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Nuevo Arenal →

La Fortuna

In February La Fortuna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Fortuna →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arenal Volcano National Park in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
El Castillo de La Fortuna 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Nuevo Arenal 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
La Fortuna 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Arenal Volcano National Park weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in February?

February in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica brings perfect weather. In El Castillo de La Fortuna, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in February?

Average temperatures in Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica during February range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in El Castillo de La Fortuna.

Does Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. El Castillo de La Fortuna averages just 50 mm (2 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica. Typically, the climate in El Castillo de La Fortuna is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in El Castillo de La Fortuna. On the other hand, the months of May, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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