Cartago Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cartago, Costa Rica in November.

Planning a trip to Cartago, Costa Rica this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cartago in November

Cartago, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. November in Cartago generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Orosí to 25°C (77°F) in Copal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Copal and 15°C (59°F) in Orosí.

For specific regional insights in Cartago, Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Orosí with an average of 311 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Copal with 565 mm (22 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Turrialba gets around 178 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Cartago by month

Best Places to Visit in Cartago in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cartago.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Cartago

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Cartago, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Cartago (November)

Precipitation variation in Cartago (November)

Turrialba

In November Turrialba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
465 mm (18 in)
381 mm (15 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Orosí

In November Orosí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
472 mm (19 in)
311 mm (12 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Cachí

In November Cachí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
459 mm (18 in)
324 mm (13 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

La Suiza

In November La Suiza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
461 mm (18 in)
365 mm (14 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Paraíso

In November Paraíso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
178 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
473 mm (19 in)
325 mm (13 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cartago, in Costa Rica.

In our records: Costa Rica November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in Costa Rica in our climate database (1994 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in Costa Rica brought 354 mm (14 in) in Puerto Manzanillo on November 24, 2002.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cartago in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Turrialba 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 381 mm (15 in)
Orosí 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 311 mm (12 in)
Cachí 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 324 mm (13 in)
La Suiza 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 365 mm (14 in)
Paraíso 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 325 mm (13 in)
Cartago 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 325 mm (13 in)

Cartago weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cartago, Costa Rica in November?

Expect poor weather across Cartago, Costa Rica in November. The popular destination of Turrialba averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cartago, Costa Rica in November?

Average temperatures in Cartago, Costa Rica during November range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Turrialba.

Does Cartago, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in November?

Yes. November brings heavy rainfall to Cartago, Costa Rica, with Turrialba averaging around 381 mm (15 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Cartago, Costa Rica?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Turrialba, November may not be the ideal time to visit Cartago, Costa Rica.

On average, the best time to visit Cartago, Costa Rica is in February, March and April with generally pleasant weather in Turrialba. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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