September Weather in Costa Rica

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Costa Rica, Peru, during September is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 19°C (66°F). Typically, the humidity level in Costa Rica throughout September hovers around 42%.

19°C (66°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (79°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

42%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In September, Costa Rica averages 53 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 3 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 55 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

53 mm (2.1 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 55 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In September, 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 12:00 and 14:00, 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 1 3 6 10 13 14 12 9 6 3 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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