October Weather in Costa Rica

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Costa Rica, Brazil, during October is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (76°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (99°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Costa Rica throughout October hovers around 43%.

12°C (54°F)

Minimum temperature

24°C (76°F)

Average temperature

37°C (99°F)

Maximum temperature

43%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In October, Costa Rica averages 176 mm (6.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 28 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.

176 mm (6.9 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 28 minutes

Sunshine hours

42%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In October, the UV Index in Costa Rica reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 3 6 9 12 14 13 11 7 4 2 1 0 0
Exposure Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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