Santa Ana weather in October (San José, Costa Rica)
How is the weather in Santa Ana in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In October, Santa Ana generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.
Santa Ana in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 514 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 23 days of the month will see rainfall.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 162 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Ana. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Ana climate page with graphs.
Santa Ana, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
76%
Precipitation
514 mm
Rainy days
23 days
Humidity
87% *
Sunshine
162 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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.
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So, what should you wear in Santa Ana in October?
For visitors traveling to Santa Ana, 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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