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Santa Teresa Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Santa Teresa in January? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Santa Teresa in January
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 9 days of rain, averaging 23 mm (0.9 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Santa Teresa in January
If you're visiting Santa Teresa in January, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 29°C (84°F) and overnight lows of 26°C (79°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are warm at 26°C (79°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Santa Teresa in January
With approximately 264 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January and December typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Teresa.
Santa Teresa Temperature in January
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
23 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
264 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (52 KM, 32 Miles).
Santa Teresa Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Santa Teresa in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Teresa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Santa Teresa historical weather extremes in January
Our historical data for Santa Teresa spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- The warmest day in January was on January 16, 2007, with a maximum of 33°C (91°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 26°C (79°F), recorded on January 3, 2006.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 21°C (70°F) on January 23, 2016, marking the coldest January night on record.
- The wettest January day on record brought 14 mm (0.6 in) of precipitation to Santa Teresa (January 29, 2020).
Best Places in Costa Rica in January
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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).
What to Wear in Santa Teresa in January
Warm but pleasant conditions in Santa Teresa in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Santa Teresa in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping9/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
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Tamarindo
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