Best Time to Visit Costa Rica — Month-by-Month Weather Guide

The best time to visit Costa Rica is February with a travel score of 81/100. The worst time is October (63/100). Top destinations: San Francisco, San José, Limón.

When is the best month to visit Costa Rica?

Excellent (80+)
Good (60-79)
Mixed (40-59)
Poor (<40)

The best time to visit Costa Rica is February (score: 81/100) with excellent weather conditions including warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Consider avoiding October (score: 63/100) though conditions are still reasonable for travel.

Which cities in Costa Rica have the best weather?

CityBest MonthScore
San FranciscoFebruary90
San JoséFebruary84
LimónFebruary68

When should I avoid visiting Costa Rica?

Costa Rica enjoys favorable conditions year-round! Even the lowest-scoring month, October, still has a score of 63/100. You can visit any time of year and expect decent weather for your trip.

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