San José weather in October (San José, Costa Rica)
How does the weather in San José usually fare in October? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
The month of October in San José typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 24°C. At night, they generally drop to 16°C.
Precipitation
San José in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 490 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 23 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit San José. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San José climate page with graphs.
San José, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
77%
Precipitation
490 mm
Rainy days
23 days
Humidity
87%
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to San José, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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