Costa Rica in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Costa Rica in october 2025
Here, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of october for most popular cities in Costa Rica. These forecasts are statistics for the month of october from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in october in San José
very bad weather
Weather at 6am
63°F
Moderate rain at times
33% of time
25%
16%
15%
Weather at 12pm
76°F
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
37%
8%
7%
Weather at 6pm
68°F
Heavy rain
83% of time
13%
3%
1%
Weather at 3am
63°F
31%
29%
18%
13%
Where to go in Costa Rica in october?
Where to go in Costa Rica in october: destination map
Where to go in each region in october?
| Caribbean coast of Costa Rica (Tortuguero, Puerto Limón, Manzanillo...) | 77°F to 88°F | 9 à 29 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| Central valley (San José, San Isidro, Cartago...) | 74°F to 86°F | 15 à 29 days | very bad weather* | |
| North of Costa Rica (La Fortuna, Quesada, Boca San Carlos...) | 76°F to 86°F | 24 à 28 days | very bad weather* | |
| Pacific coast of Costa Rica (Montezuma, Puntarenas, Puerto Jiménez...) | 77°F to 86°F | 21 à 29 days | 83°F to 85°F | very bad weather |
| Provincia Guanacaste (Tamarindo, La Cruz, Liberia (Guanacaste)...) | 85°F to 86°F | 19 à 29 days | 83°F to 85°F | very bad weather* |
Where should you go in Costa Rica in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Costa Rica in october ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
Despite the increase in precipitation, some localities such as Puerto Limón in the East and Tamarindo in the West, already benefit from the improvement of climatic conditions. On the other hand, the combination of heat and abundant rain in some areas make the climate throughout October in Costa Rica, hardly suitable for outdoor activities.
Costa Rican East Coast in October
Like the locality of Puerto Limón, the eastern coast of the country enjoys the gradual decrease in temperatures. It is now possible to enjoy sunny days without having to face the heat wave. This is especially true as the rain that occurs from time to time does not influence the quality of the weather in Costa Rica throughout October.
The Center of Costa Rica in October
As the center of the country is the land of predominance for the heavy rains, the sunny days are rather rare. With the return of the rain, the slight showers give way to very intense rains. This is what makes waterproof clothing indispensable accessories.
The West Coast of Costa Rica in October
In most places on the Pacific coast, rain and heat continue to influence the climate. However, the geographic configurations make the city of Tamarindo and the city of Liberia, located further north, already welcoming with a more mild weather.
Climate in Costa Rica in october
Climate in San José in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in San Jose is 68°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite good there in the month of october. With 38.9in over 28 days, the weather is rather to rain throughout your holidays. Consider to bring rain clothes.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 68°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 38.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 28 day(s) (91%) | ||
| Humidity | 95% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 66% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in La Cruz in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very hot here in october. With 13.1in over 19 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your holidays. Consider to bring adapted clothes.
With proper weather, the month of october is okay (but not the best month) for traveling there.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (60%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 11:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Montezuma in october
In october, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate pleasant around this city in october. With 26.9in over 25 days, you will suffer the rain for your trip. So remember to pack clothes for rain.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 26.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 25 day(s) (81%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Puerto Limón in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Puerto Limón is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very hot around this city in the month of october. With 10.1in over 15 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, the month of october is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this city in Costa Rica.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (47%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Puntarenas in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Puntarenas is 81°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very hot in this location in october. With 25.9in over 25 days, rain is to be feared throughout your trip. Consider to bring rain clothes.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 25.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 25 day(s) (81%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Costa Rica in october
| San José in october | very bad weather |
| La Cruz in october | tolerable weather |
| Montezuma in october | very bad weather |
| Puerto Limón in october | tolerable weather |
| Puntarenas in october | very bad weather |
| Tamarindo in october | tolerable weather |
| Tortuguero in october | tolerable weather |
| Boca San Carlos in october | bad weather |
| Cartago in october | very bad weather |
| La Fortuna in october | bad weather |
| Liberia (Guanacaste) in october | very bad weather |
| Manzanillo in october | good weather |
| Puerto Jiménez in october | very bad weather |
| Quesada in october | very bad weather |
| San Isidro in october | very bad weather |
| Alajuela in october | very bad weather |
| Bananito Sur in october | tolerable weather |
| Cerro Chirripo in october | very bad weather |
| Dominical in october | very bad weather |
| Escazu in october | very bad weather |
| Esterillos in october | very bad weather |
| Golfito in october | very bad weather |
Weather data for Costa Rica in october:
Weather data for Costa Rica in october is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Costa Rica. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Costa Rica can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Costa Rica.