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Climate & Weather in Jacó

Rain mm/yr
4,384
Snowfall
Not applicable — tropical coastal climate, no snow.

Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-atlas.com, weather-and-climate.com

Good to Know

  • During the rainy season (May–November), afternoon showers are predictable and brief; mornings are generally sunny, making early-morning tours ideal.
  • March and April see the highest daytime temperatures, reaching 33–34°C (91–94°F); hydration is essential.
  • October is the peak of the rainy season with the heaviest rainfall and occasional flash floods near rivers—exercise caution near waterways when water appears discolored.
  • The dry season (December–April) attracts large crowds and higher prices; November offers good value as rainy-season rates remain low but conditions improve mid-month.
  • Sea temperatures remain warm year-round (27–29°C / 81–85°F), warmest in April.
  • UV index remains consistently high (average 7) throughout the year; sunscreen is essential daily.

Peak Month

Month
March

Daytime High

Celsius
30
Fahrenheit
86

Nighttime Low

Celsius
25
Fahrenheit
77

Off Peak Month

Month
October

Daytime High

Celsius
28
Fahrenheit
82

Nighttime Low

Celsius
24
Fahrenheit
75

Seasons

Dry Season

Months
December to April
Characteristics
Clear skies, warm temperatures, minimal rainfall, ideal for beach activities and outdoor sports. January, February, and March are the most predictable months.

Rainy Season

Months
May to November
Characteristics
Afternoon and evening showers, high humidity, lush green landscapes, fewer tourists. Mornings typically remain sunny and suitable for activities.

Humidity

Note
Relative humidity is lowest in February and March (~68%) and highest in June and October (~80-88%).

Jaco has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs December through April with minimal rainfall and peak sunshine, while the rainy season (May to November) features afternoon showers and high humidity.

Rainfall

Annual Total Mm
4384
Annual Total Inches
173
Note
September is the second-wettest month with ~383mm of rainfall. During the rainy season, precipitation typically occurs in brief afternoon or evening showers.

Driest Month

Month
February
Rainy Days
7
Rainfall Mm
46
Rainfall Inches
1.8

Wettest Month

Month
October
Rainy Days
19
Rainfall Mm
560
Rainfall Inches
22

Snowfall

Not applicable — tropical coastal climate, no snow.

Sunshine Hours

Peak Month
March with ~9.4 hours per day
Lowest Month
October with ~5 hours per day
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026

These are the sources cited in this climate & weather research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.

  1. 1.weather-atlas.com
  2. 2.weather-and-climate.com
  3. 3.en.climate-data.org
  4. 4.ecoterracostarica.com
  5. 5.costaricavibes.com
  6. 6.weatherspark.com

Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.