Santa Bárbaraa weather in October (Costa Rica)
Planning a trip to Santa Bárbaraa in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In October, Santa Bárbaraa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 25°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 17°C.
Santa Bárbaraa in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 431 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 area enjoys a balanced 162 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Bárbaraa. January, February, March and April 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 Bárbaraa climate page with graphs.
Santa Bárbaraa, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
431 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 Bárbaraa in October?
For visitors traveling to Santa Bárbaraa, 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.
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