La Fortuna weather and climate
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Overview
La Fortuna weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
31 °C
Night
21 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
227 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
Day
31 °C
Night
21 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
227 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
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Weather overview
La Fortuna (Costa Rica) in general has a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 29 °C (83 °F) in November to 32 °C (90 °F) in April. Temperatures during the night go from 20 °C (67 °F) in January to 21 °C (71 °F) in April. The driest month is March with just 2 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is September with 20 days of rain.
January weather
The tourist season continues in La Fortuna. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 30 °C (86 °F), while the night temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 20 °C (67 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 3 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month as well. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed in January.
February weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in La Fortuna, and the dry season continues as well. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 31 °C (87 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 2 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 7 hours.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 32 °C (89 °F) in La Fortuna, while the night temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 21 °C (69 °F). There is pending tourist season. The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value of 2 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value being 75 mm (2.94 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 7 hours.
April weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in La Fortuna. The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 32 °C (90 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum too in this month. The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 5 days, while the rainfall amount is on its minimum, its value is 72 mm (2.85 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value of 7 hours.
May weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 31 °C (87 °F) in La Fortuna. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 14 days, while the rainfall amount starts to rise in May. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in May.
June weather
The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 16 days in La Fortuna, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 298 mm (11.74 in). The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 30 °C (85 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 6 hours. The day length reaches its maximum, with its value being 13 hours.
July weather
The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 14 days in La Fortuna.
August weather
The value of the day temperature is 30 °C (85 °F) in La Fortuna.
September weather
The wet season slowly starts in La Fortuna. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 328 mm (12.93 in), while the maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed in this month. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value being 5 hours. The humidity is on its maximum, with its value of 88 %. The wind speed reaches its minimum, with its value being 2.
October weather
There is pending wet season in October in La Fortuna. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 19 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value being 376 mm (14.82 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum in October.
November weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 29 °C (83 °F) in La Fortuna. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 12 days, while the rainfall amount starts to descent in November.
December weather
The tourist season slowly starts in La Fortuna, and the dry season is about to start too this month. The day temperature rise's start could be observed, its value is 29 °C (84 °F), on the contrary the night temperature starts to descent in December. The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value of 5 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 218 mm (8.59 in).
FAQs
What is the average number of rainy days in January in La Fortuna?
There are 3 days, which are rainy in La Fortuna in January, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.6 days of the week, or in general - 9 % days.
What is the sea temperature in La Fortuna in February?
The sea will reach 28 °C (83 °F) in La Fortuna in February. This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.
What temperature can I expect during the day in March in La Fortuna?
The average daily temperature in La Fortuna in March is 32 °C (89 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
Is April part of the wet season in La Fortuna?
No, there is no wet season in La Fortuna in April - you can expect 5 days of rain during the month.
What level of humidity is to expect in May in La Fortuna?
In La Fortuna in May, expect humidity around 84 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
What is the night temperature in June in La Fortuna?
The average night temperature in La Fortuna in June is 21 °C (70 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How windy is it in July in La Fortuna?
In July in La Fortuna, there will be an average wind scale of 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
How many hours of sun to expect in August in La Fortuna?
In August in La Fortuna, you can expect around 6 hours of sunshine.
Is November a good month to visit La Fortuna?
There are good conditions for visiting in La Fortuna in November. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 29 °C (83 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 28 °C (82 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 20 °C (68 °F).
Is it hot in December in La Fortuna?
In December in La Fortuna, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.