Puntarenas Province weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. Like most weather services, we show Puntarenas Province at one spot: Puntarenas, its largest city. At 1:15 PM local time it was showers and 28°C (82°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM (7.8 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 76%
- Chance of rain
- 76%
- Rain
- 3.2 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM (7.8 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–MarOff season May, Sep–Oct
About Puntarenas weather
Is it raining in Puntarenas right now?
Yes. It’s showers and 28° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM (7.8 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Puntarenas this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–33° and lows of 23–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Puntarenas lately?
In the past 7 days, Puntarenas had 3 rainy days and 12.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Puntarenas?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Puntarenas Province weather by month
When is the best time to visit Puntarenas Province?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Puntarenas Province is Dec–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in October to 34°C (93°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Puntarenas Province?
October is the wettest month, with about 288 mm (11.3 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Puntarenas Province?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). October is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Puntarenas Province have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Puntarenas Province?
The sea is warmest in April at about 32°C (89°F) and coolest in November at about 29°C (84°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Puntarenas), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Puntarenas Province
Weather can differ a lot within Puntarenas Province: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puntarenas | Dec–Mar | May–Oct | 28–34°C | 1,517 mm |
| Chacarita | Dec–Mar | May–Oct | 28–34°C | 1,517 mm |
| Esparza | Dec–Apr | May–Nov | 25–30°C | 1,792 mm |