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Puntarenas Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to Puntarenas, Costa Rica this July 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 July

Puntarenas, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. July in Puntarenas generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in San Vito to 29°C (84°F) in Montaña Grande. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Montaña Grande and 19°C (66°F) in San Vito.

For a closer look at conditions across Puntarenas, Costa Rica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Monteverde with an average of 213 mm (8.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Dominical with 908 mm (36 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Jacó receives about 164 hours of sunlight in July, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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)
Best Time to Visit Puntarenas →

Best Places to Visit in Puntarenas in July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Puntarenas (July)

Precipitation variation in Puntarenas (July)

Jacó

In July Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
164 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
541 mm (21 in)
559 mm (22 in)
620 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Jacó →

Herradura

In July Herradura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
164 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
546 mm (21 in)
557 mm (22 in)
616 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Herradura →

Santa Teresa

In July Santa Teresa 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 less favorable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
164 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
340 mm (13 in)
319 mm (13 in)
355 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Santa Teresa →

Monteverde

In July Monteverde generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
164 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
315 mm (12 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Monteverde →

Uvita

In July Uvita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
150 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
726 mm (29 in)
825 mm (32 in)
930 mm (37 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Uvita →

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 559 mm (22 in)
Santa Teresa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 319 mm (13 in)
Uvita 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 825 mm (32 in)
Herradura 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 557 mm (22 in)
Monteverde 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Drake 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 489 mm (19 in)

Puntarenas weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Puntarenas, Costa Rica typically experiences less favorable weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jacó average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

In Jacó, the average daytime high in July is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Puntarenas, Costa Rica, with Jacó averaging around 559 mm (22 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica due to the typically less favorable weather in Jacó.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly excellent weather in Jacó. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be less favorable.

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