Santa Elena weather in April (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Santa Elena during April? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In April, Santa Elena usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 21°C. Expect high temperatures this month, marking it as the warmest of the year. Prepare with lightweight clothing and plenty of sunscreen to stay comfortable.
Precipitation
Santa Elena in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
There are approximately 255 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Elena climate page with graphs.
Santa Elena, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
21°C
Max Temperature
31°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
51 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in Costa Rica in April
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?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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