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San Gerardo weather in January (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

What can you expect from the weather in San Gerardo during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In San Gerardo the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C. Typically, this month offers some of the year's milder temperatures. However it's still unmistakably warm.

San Gerardo in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 264 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March and April generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Gerardo climate page with graphs.

 

San Gerardo, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (48 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in January

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in San Gerardo in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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