February weather forecast
Costa Rica

February in Costa Rica is typically characterized by warm, dry conditions, as it continues the trend set by January, but with slightly warmer temperatures. The coastal lowlands see average temperatures rising, usually between 20°C (68°F) to 28.9°C (84°F), providing a warm and welcoming climate for beach and nature lovers. The Pacific coast, with its sun-drenched beaches and balmy ocean waters averaging 27.2°C (81°F), is a particularly popular destination during this period.

The central highlands, encompassing regions like San Jose and the Cordillera Central, experience average temperatures from 20°C (68°F) to 22°C (71.6°F). The climate in these areas is comfortably warm during the day, making it an excellent time for trekking and exploring the verdant landscapes, coffee plantations, and cloud forests that Costa Rica has to offer.

The record high for Costa Rica was recorded in February 1964 in Puntarenas, when temperatures soared to 42.8°C (109°F), indicating the potential for intense heat during this month, particularly in the northwest of the country.

The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica experiences more rainfall throughout the year compared to other regions. However, February usually sees a decrease in rainfall, making it a more desirable time to visit this part of the country.

As February unfolds, the weather remains consistent, with minimal changes as the month transitions into March. With warmer temperatures and low rainfall, February provides ideal conditions for exploring the tropical landscapes, coastal regions, and diverse wildlife of Costa Rica.

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• San José - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in San José is February, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically collects 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In San José, Costa Rica, in February, during 12.2 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Limon - February »
  In Limon, Costa Rica, in February, during 16.1 rainfall days, 228mm (8.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. February in Limon is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month.
• Alajuela - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in Alajuela is February, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically collects 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. On the first day of February in Alajuela sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:41.
• Puntarenas - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in Puntarenas is February, when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. In Puntarenas, in February, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation.
• Liberia - February »
  In Liberia, Costa Rica, during February, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In February, the average relative humidity in Liberia is 66%.
• Guadalupe - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in Guadalupe is February, when the rain falls for 9.7 days and typically collects 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. The months with the lowest humidity in Guadalupe are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 68%.
• San Francisco - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in San Francisco is February, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. In San Francisco in February, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
• San Isidro - February »
  February is the month with the least rainfall in San Isidro, Costa Rica. February has the most sunshine of the year in San Isidro with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.
• Quesada - February »
  On the first day of February in Quesada sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42. In Quesada in February, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.
• San Vicente - February »
  As San Vicente transitions from January to February, the days receive an additional dosage of sunshine. On the first day of February in San Vicente, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:40.
• San Rafael - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in San Rafael is February, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically collects 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. San Rafael registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.3°C (75.7°F) with the arrival of February, showing minor deviation from the preceding month.
• San Diego - February »
  The month with the least rainfall in San Diego is February, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically collects 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. February is the least humid month in San Diego, Costa Rica, with an average relative humidity of 76%.