Climate Insights for Canaan

Costa Rica

Hottest
May
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
January
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
October
516 mm rain20.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Canaan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 3,048 mm of precipitation falls per year. Canaan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Canaan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Canaan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 120 in of precipitation falls per year. Canaan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Canaan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°FebMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 12°MarMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°AprMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°MayMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°JunMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°SepMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°OctMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°NovMax: 20°Average: 17°Min: 14°DecMax: 20°Average: 16°Min: 13°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 68°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FFebMax: 69°FAverage: 60°FMin: 53°FMarMax: 70°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FAprMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 57°FNovMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 55°F
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Canaan has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Canaan has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 63°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 60°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mm550mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 56mmFebPrecipitation: 42mmMarPrecipitation: 52mmAprPrecipitation: 136mmMayPrecipitation: 379mmJunPrecipitation: 373mmJulPrecipitation: 300mmAugPrecipitation: 345mmSepPrecipitation: 366mmOctPrecipitation: 516mmNovPrecipitation: 366mmDecPrecipitation: 116mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inMarPrecipitation: 2.1inAprPrecipitation: 5.4inMayPrecipitation: 14.9inJunPrecipitation: 14.7inJulPrecipitation: 11.8inAugPrecipitation: 13.6inSepPrecipitation: 14.4inOctPrecipitation: 20.3inNovPrecipitation: 14.4inDecPrecipitation: 4.6in
Precipitation

Canaan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,048 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 254 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 516 mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 42 mm. That's 474 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Canaan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 120 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 20.3 in of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.7 in. That's 18.7 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 3km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Canaan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.Canaan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 1mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Best Time to Visit

Jan16°60°F
Feb16°60°F
Mar16°61°F
Apr17°62°F
May17°63°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep17°63°F
Oct17°62°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec16°61°F

The best time to visit Canaan is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 50 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 22°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Canaan is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 71°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Canaan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Canaan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C53 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
12 °C53 °F
20 °C69 °F
5 km/h3 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C54 °F
21 °C70 °F
5 km/h3 mph
52 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
21 °C70 °F
4 km/h2 mph
136 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
379 mm14.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
373 mm14.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
21 °C70 °F
4 km/h3 mph
300 mm11.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
21 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
345 mm13.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
366 mm14.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C57 °F
21 °C70 °F
3 km/h2 mph
516 mm20.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C56 °F
20 °C69 °F
3 km/h2 mph
366 mm14.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in