Also covers some disadvantages of visiting during rainy season. Packing for Costa Rica: The Essentials — Know what gear and clothing to bring for those wetter months. I was worried about visiting during the rainy season when we went to Costa Rica during the first two weeks of August in and spent our time in the area around Uvita and mid-southern Pacific Coast, as well as Monteverde and Arenal.
I was especially concerned about driving. We had NO problems and very little, if any, down time due to rain. Hi Connie, Thanks for taking the time to let us know how it was for you traveling during rainy season. And thank you so much for renting your car through our website. We appreciate it! We are desperate to come back to Costa Rica and possibly to relocate there.
Do keep on going — I know a lot of us will be taking up your suggestions when we can travel again. Many thanks. Bookey Peek. Hope you can get back soon to do some more exploring for your retirement.
It sounds like Nuevo Arenal would be a great fit for you. Pura vida! Would you say it typically rains more the more inland you go? We are eyeing a place in Bagaces. Would love to hear your perspective on the rainy season, but more inland.
Thank you!!! Hi Jenny, Bagaces is in Guanacaste. You should be ok in early September. Me and my boyfriend plan on going to Costa Rica in early December. As I figured out the weather is not that bad but what about roads and driving? The Caribbean side has different weather patterns and more like 4 seasons 2 dry, 2 rainy. We were in Puerto Viejo for about a month in December several years back and the weather was quite nice.
Some rain, but just for short amounts of time. Your email address will not be published. Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. The high season is also the dry season. If you want some unadulterated time on a tropical beach and a little less rain during your rainforest experience, this is the time to come. During this period especially during the Christmas holiday and Holy Week before Easter , the tourism industry operates at full tilt—prices are higher, attractions are more crowded, and reservations need to be made in advance.
At this time of year, even brown and barren Guanacaste province becomes lush and verdant. Many locals will tell you the rainy season is their favorite time of year. Costa Rica is a tropical country and has distinct wet and dry seasons. September and October are the rainiest months. For a few simple reasons: In addition to cool breezes and that near-daily excuse for afternoon coffee as if we needed a reason!
And then, for the rest of the season, all of Costa Rica is ablaze with a jewel box of flowery hues. Hot tip : Check out our own green season special: Stay 3 nights, Pay 2! Your tours may feel more private than group. And, reservations are easier to come by. Namely, Arenal and the Caribbean: If Arenal is on your list, know that its dry season runs May-October; meanwhile, the Caribbean coast sees the most sun in September and October.
If dolphin- and whale-watching are on your must-see list , then this is also the best time: Though Costa Rica has the longest humpback whale season in the world, the true sweet spot is in August and September.
And then, there are the practical considerations, like fuller rivers: Want to spot a waterfall or tackle whitewater rafting?
Snorkeling the living reefs of the Caribbean are better, too, since less rain equates to better visibility. If you are keen to hit the waves and are a confident surfer, this could be a great time for you to visit. The rainy season usually wraps up around mid-November making it our personal favorite month of the year. As you can see, there are plenty of choices when it comes to where to travel in Costa Rica during the rainy season. In fact, we often find there to be many advantages to traveling during the Costa Rica rainy season.
Even when the weather forecast shows days and weeks of rain, it usually only just involves a few hours of rain in the afternoon. The only exception to this is September and October, where you might experience more rain showers throughout the day. If you are a pluviophile, this is THE perfect scenario for you.
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