Costa Rica in February: Pacific or Caribbean Coast?
Compare Costa Rica weather in February, from dry and sunny Tamarindo to wetter Puerto Viejo, plus Jacó, Arenal and San José.
January in Santa Cruz sees daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) at night. As the driest month of the year.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Costa Rica in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for serious heat in Santa Cruz in January. Prioritize clothing that breathes and doesn't cling or stick. Lightweight cotton, linen, and moisture-wicking fabrics are ideal. A wide hat provides welcome shade. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Costa Rica in February: Pacific or Caribbean Coast?
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