Costa Rica in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Costa Rica (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 25.0°C and lows of 15.6°C, with around 107.2mm of rain across the season (20 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Costa Rica covers December, January, February.
Winter in Costa Rica month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 24.3°C | 15.8°C | 65.0mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| January | 24.7°C | 15.5°C | 33.8mm | 6 | 10/10 |
| February | 25.9°C | 15.5°C | 8.4mm | 4 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Costa Rica in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Costa Rica?
Winter in Costa Rica rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 25.0°C with 107.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Costa Rica in winter?
Daytime highs average 25.0°C (77.0°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 15.6°C.
What months are winter in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Costa Rica · Costa Rica annual climate · Costa Rica in spring · Costa Rica in summer · Costa Rica in autumn
Compare Hertz, Avis, Budget, Sixt and 800+ rental companies — book now, pay at pickup.
Compare car hire prices → Affiliate link — we earn a commission at no extra cost to youAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We also earn commission from other retail partners. Links below are affiliate links.
Once you know what winter in Costa Rica looks like, find out exactly what to pack for Costa Rica at 247PackingList. For currency, language and country facts, see the Costa Rica guide at 247CountryInfo.
Winter in Costa Rica — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
Check Price →Check clothing sizes in Costa Rica at 247Sizing before you shop.
More winter travel essentials
Last updated:
Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.