Santa Bárbaraa Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 16°C (61°F), January in Santa Bárbaraa brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 82 mm (3.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Santa Bárbaraa in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain, averaging 82 mm (3.2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Santa Bárbaraa in January

January tends to be one of the perfect months in Santa Bárbaraa, with 24°C (75°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 16°C (61°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Santa Bárbaraa in January

There are approximately 283 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Santa Bárbaraa.

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Santa Bárbaraa Temperature in January

Min Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Max Temperature 24°C (75°F)  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 82 mm (3.2 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 283 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (13 KM, 8 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Bárbaraa in January

For Santa Bárbaraa in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Santa Bárbaraa in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Costa Rica, check out our Santa Bárbaraa's climate page.

More climate data for Santa Bárbaraa

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