San José weather in October (San José, Costa Rica)
Planning a trip to San José in October? This guide provides all the details you need.
In October, San José generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.
San José in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 490 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 23 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 162 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
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 in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in San José in October?
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 in October.
Interested in more climate information?
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