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Zancudo Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Zancudo in January? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 23°C (73°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Zancudo in January
On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month, averaging 152 mm (6 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Zancudo in January
If you're visiting Zancudo in January, expect highs of 29°C (84°F) and overnight lows around 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights stay warm at around 23°C (73°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
Zancudo Temperature in January
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
152 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
11 days
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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 Zancudo 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.
What To Do in Zancudo in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Tamarindo
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28°C (82°F) Puerto Viejo de Talamanca27°C (81°F) Fortuna
27°C (81°F) San José24°C (75°F) Bucket list
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