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Vara Blanca weather in October (Heredia, Costa Rica)

What weather conditions can you expect in Vara Blanca this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Vara Blanca generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 25°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 18°C.

Precipitation

Vara Blanca in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 376 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 23 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 162 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Vara Blanca. February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vara Blanca climate page with graphs.

 

Vara Blanca, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 376 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 162 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in October

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

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

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