Nicoya Peninsula Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in February.

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Tamarindo Sámara Nosara Cóbano

Planning a journey to the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Nicoya Peninsula in February

The Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. February in the Nicoya Peninsula generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Cóbano at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Nicoya at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Nicoya and 26°C (79°F) in Cóbano. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tamarindo with an average of 3.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Cóbano with 15 mm (0.6 in). In Tamarindo, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Tamarindo sees close to 275 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Nicoya Peninsula in February

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

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 the Nicoya Peninsula

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in the Nicoya Peninsula (February)

Precipitation variation in the Nicoya Peninsula (February)

Tamarindo

In February Tamarindo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
275 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tamarindo →

Sámara

In February Sámara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sámara →

Nosara

In February Nosara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nosara →

Cóbano

In February Cóbano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
252 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cóbano →

Nicoya

In February Nicoya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
275 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Nicoya →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Nicoya Peninsula in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tamarindo 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Sámara 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Nosara 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Cóbano 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Nicoya 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

The Nicoya Peninsula weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in February?

In February, the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica generally has tolerable weather conditions. Tamarindo sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in February?

Average temperatures in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica during February range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Tamarindo.

Does the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica. Tamarindo averages only about 3.5 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Tamarindo, February might be a good time to visit the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly pleasant weather in Tamarindo. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Nicoya Peninsula.

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