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Sarapiquí Weather in January

January in Sarapiquí brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 20°C (68°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 268 mm (11 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Sarapiquí in January

Sarapiquí is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 12 days and an average of 268 mm (11 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Sarapiquí in January

January in Sarapiquí sees highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) overnight. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. At 20°C (68°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Sarapiquí in January

Enjoy a sunny month with about 283 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

January in Sarapiquí has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Sarapiquí Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 268 mm (11 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 283 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (62 KM, 38 Miles).

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 Sarapiquí in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Sarapiquí in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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