San Rafael weather in October (Alajuela, Costa Rica)
How's the weather trend in San Rafael as October approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
The month of October in San Rafael typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 25°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 17°C.
Precipitation
San Rafael in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 481 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Expect around 23 days of rain based on historical data.Average sunshine
With about 162 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit San Rafael. January, February, March and April 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 Rafael climate page with graphs.
San Rafael, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
76%
Precipitation
481 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 Rafael, 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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