Climate Insights for Cañaveral

Costa Rica

Hottest
May
22°C peak71°F peak
Coldest
February
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
October
440 mm rain17.3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cañaveral is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 2,496 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cañaveral receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cañaveral sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Cañaveral is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 98.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Cañaveral receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cañaveral 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: 13°AprMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°MayMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°JunMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 15°JulMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 15°AugMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 15°SepMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°OctMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°NovMax: 21°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: 54°FFebMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 54°FMarMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 55°FAprMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 57°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 70°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FNovMax: 69°FAverage: 62°FMin: 57°FDecMax: 68°FAverage: 61°FMin: 55°F
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Cañaveral 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 18°C. February 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 7°C between highs and lows.Cañaveral has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 64°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 61°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 53mmFebPrecipitation: 43mmMarPrecipitation: 44mmAprPrecipitation: 97mmMayPrecipitation: 331mmJunPrecipitation: 315mmJulPrecipitation: 216mmAugPrecipitation: 247mmSepPrecipitation: 277mmOctPrecipitation: 440mmNovPrecipitation: 329mmDecPrecipitation: 105mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.1inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inMarPrecipitation: 1.7inAprPrecipitation: 3.8inMayPrecipitation: 13inJunPrecipitation: 12.4inJulPrecipitation: 8.5inAugPrecipitation: 9.7inSepPrecipitation: 10.9inOctPrecipitation: 17.3inNovPrecipitation: 12.9inDecPrecipitation: 4.1in
Precipitation

Cañaveral is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,496 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 208 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 440 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 43 mm. That's 396 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.Cañaveral is a very wet location, receiving approximately 98.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.2 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 17.3 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.7 in. That's 15.6 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/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Cañaveral is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/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 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.Cañaveral is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, 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 2mph 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°61°F
Mar16°62°F
Apr17°63°F
May18°64°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep17°63°F
Oct17°63°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec16°61°F

The best time to visit Cañaveral is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 59 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 Cañaveral is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 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 Cañaveral 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 Cañaveral 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 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
6 km/h4 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
12 °C54 °F
20 °C68 °F
6 km/h4 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C55 °F
21 °C70 °F
5 km/h3 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C57 °F
21 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
331 mm13 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
21 °C71 °F
4 km/h2 mph
315 mm12.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C58 °F
21 °C70 °F
5 km/h3 mph
216 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
21 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
247 mm9.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
3 km/h2 mph
277 mm10.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C58 °F
21 °C70 °F
3 km/h2 mph
440 mm17.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C57 °F
21 °C69 °F
4 km/h3 mph
329 mm12.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
20 °C68 °F
6 km/h4 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in