Tortuguero National Park Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica in January.

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

What to Expect in Tortuguero National Park in January

Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. January in Tortuguero National Park generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Tortuguero Village.

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

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 198 mm (7.8 in) in Tortuguero Village.

Explore Tortuguero National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tortuguero National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Tortuguero Village)

Best Places to Visit in Tortuguero National Park in January

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

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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 Tortuguero National Park

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica?

Tortuguero Village

In January Tortuguero Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
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Weather conditions

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Tortuguero National Park weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica in January?

January in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica brings tolerable weather. In Tortuguero Village, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica in January?

Average temperatures in Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica during January range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Tortuguero Village.

Does Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica, with Tortuguero Village averaging around 198 mm (7.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Tortuguero Village, January might be a good time to visit Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica is in February and March with generally pleasant weather in Tortuguero Village. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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