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Puntarenas Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in April.

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Planning a getaway to Puntarenas, Costa Rica this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Puntarenas in April

Puntarenas, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. In April, Puntarenas experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in San Vito at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Monteverde at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 21°C (70°F) in Monteverde and 18°C (64°F) in San Vito. 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 Puntarenas, Costa Rica in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monteverde with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Dominical with 367 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Jacó enjoys about 255 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Puntarenas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Puntarenas - and find the best time to visit. (based on Jacó)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Puntarenas in April

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

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 Puntarenas

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

Temperature range in Puntarenas (April)

Precipitation variation in Puntarenas (April)

Jacó

In April Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
255 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
491 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Jacó →

Herradura

In April Herradura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
255 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
492 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Herradura →

Santa Teresa

In April Santa Teresa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
255 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
323 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
17 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
less favorable
Climate in Santa Teresa →

Monteverde

In April Monteverde generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
255 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
270 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
less favorable
Climate in Monteverde →

Uvita

In April Uvita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
240 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
334 mm (13 in)
714 mm (28 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
18 days
Weather conditions
very good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Uvita →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Puntarenas in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Santa Teresa 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Uvita 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 334 mm (13 in)
Herradura 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Monteverde 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Drake 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)

Puntarenas weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in April?

Puntarenas, Costa Rica typically experiences very good weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jacó average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in April?

In Jacó, the average daytime high in April is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Puntarenas, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Puntarenas, Costa Rica, with Jacó averaging around 167 mm (6.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica with overall very good weather in Jacó. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica is in January and February with generally excellent weather in Jacó. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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