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Tambor Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Tambor in January? Expect high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Tambor in January
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 9 days of rain, averaging 20 mm (0.8 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Tambor in January
The excellent temperature in Tambor in January makes it a solid month to visit, with 30°C (86°F) during the day and 26°C (79°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 26°C (79°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Tambor in January
The month enjoys around 264 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, December typically offers the best circumstances for Tambor.
Tambor Temperature in January
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
20 mm (0.8 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
264 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (35 KM, 21 Miles).
Tambor Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Tambor in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tambor spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Tambor historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Tambor between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- The warmest day in January was on January 16, 2007, with a maximum of 33°C (91°F).
- The coldest January day was on January 2, 2023, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- The coldest night in January in Tambor was on January 23, 2016, with a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
- The heaviest January precipitation occurred on January 28, 2020, when 12 mm (0.5 in) of precipitation fell.
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 Tambor 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). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Tambor 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
Tambor 3-Day Forecast
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Tamarindo
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