Costa Rica weather
At 1:30 PM local time it was clear and 34°C (93°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Oct–May. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Costa Rica, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 11%
- Chance of rain
- 1%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–MayOff season Jul–Sep
About Costa Rica weather
Is it raining in Costa Rica right now?
No. It’s clear and 34° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Costa Rica this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 32–35° and lows of 19–23°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Costa Rica lately?
In the past 7 days, Costa Rica had 1 rainy day and 2.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Costa Rica?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Costa Rica weather by month
When is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Costa Rica is Oct–May, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (77°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in June.
What is the rainiest month in Costa Rica?
August is the wettest month, with about 195 mm (7.7 in) of rain on average. May is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Costa Rica?
June is the warmest, with average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 15°C (60°F).
Does Costa Rica have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–Jun is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months