Guanacaste Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October.

Are you planning a trip a to Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Guanacaste in October

Guanacaste, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. October in Guanacaste generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Puerto Coyote at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Nicoya at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Nicoya and 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Coyote. On average, October is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Tamarindo.

To explore the conditions in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Puerto Soley with an average of 298 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Sámara with 469 mm (18 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Tamarindo.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Tamarindo, you can expect around 171 hours of sunlight in October, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Guanacaste by month

Best Places to Visit in Guanacaste in October

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

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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 Guanacaste

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

Temperature range in Guanacaste (October)

Precipitation variation in Guanacaste (October)

Tamarindo

In October Tamarindo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
354 mm (14 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Coco

In October Coco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
328 mm (13 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Playa Flamingo

In October Playa Flamingo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
296 mm (12 in)
335 mm (13 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sámara

In October Sámara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
436 mm (17 in)
469 mm (18 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Playa Grande

In October Playa Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
171 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
324 mm (13 in)
351 mm (14 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Guanacaste in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tamarindo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 354 mm (14 in)
Coco 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 328 mm (13 in)
Playa Flamingo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 335 mm (13 in)
Sámara 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 469 mm (18 in)
Playa Grande 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 351 mm (14 in)
Nosara 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 463 mm (18 in)

Guanacaste weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October?

Expect poor weather across Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October. The popular destination of Tamarindo averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in October?

In Tamarindo, the average daytime high in October is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Guanacaste, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Tamarindo records an average of 354 mm (14 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Guanacaste, Costa Rica?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Guanacaste, Costa Rica with often poor weather in Tamarindo.

Generally speaking, January and December provide pleasant weather in Tamarindo. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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