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San Gerardo weather in October (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

How's the weather trend in San Gerardo as October approaches? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

October in San Gerardo generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 27°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 20°C.

Precipitation

San Gerardo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 355 mm for the month. During this month, the rain comes down heavily. A poncho is essential for staying dry. You can typically expect 22 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 167 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit San Gerardo. January, February, March and April typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, August, September, October and November tend to have 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 October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 355 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (48 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in October

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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