Santo Domingo weather in October (Heredia, Costa Rica)
Planning a trip to Santo Domingo in October? This guide provides all the details you need.
In October, Santo Domingo typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 24°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.
Santo Domingo in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 455 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Rain is expected on roughly 24 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 162 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Santo Domingo. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santo Domingo climate page with graphs.
Santo Domingo, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
455 mm
Rainy days
24 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 Santo Domingo in October?
For visitors traveling to Santo Domingo, 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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