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Puntarenas Weather in November

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

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

What to Expect in Puntarenas in November

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in San Vito to 29°C (84°F) in Puntarenas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Puntarenas and 18°C (64°F) in San Vito.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Monteverde with an average of 176 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Dominical with 1015 mm (40 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Jacó typically sees 183 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Puntarenas in November

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

Temperature range in Puntarenas (November)

Precipitation variation in Puntarenas (November)

Jacó

In November Jacó 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 poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
183 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
622 mm (24 in)
440 mm (17 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Jacó →

Herradura

In November 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 poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
183 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
617 mm (24 in)
427 mm (17 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Herradura →

Santa Teresa

In November Santa Teresa 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 unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
183 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
432 mm (17 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Santa Teresa →

Monteverde

In November Monteverde generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
183 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
368 mm (14 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Monteverde →

Uvita

In November Uvita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
175 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
959 mm (38 in)
936 mm (37 in)
412 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Uvita →

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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 Puntarenas in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 440 mm (17 in)
Santa Teresa 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Uvita 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 936 mm (37 in)
Herradura 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 427 mm (17 in)
Monteverde 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Drake 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 613 mm (24 in)

Puntarenas weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

In November, Puntarenas, Costa Rica generally has poor weather conditions. Jacó sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Jacó peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in November, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Jacó records an average of 440 mm (17 in) in November, putting it among the wetter months for Puntarenas, Costa Rica.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Jacó. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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