Climate Insights for Copalchí

Costa Rica

Hottest
May
30°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
January
23°C low74°F low
Wettest
October
387 mm rain15.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Copalchí is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,446 mm of precipitation falls per year. Copalchí receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Copalchí is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Copalchí is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 96.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Copalchí receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Copalchí is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 74°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 23°FebMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 23°MarMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 24°AprMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°MayMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°JunMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°JulMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°AugMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°SepMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 25°OctMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 24°NovMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 24°DecMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 77°FMin: 74°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 77°FMin: 74°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 79°FMin: 75°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 76°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 78°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 77°FMin: 74°F
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Copalchí has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Copalchí has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 11°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 66mmFebPrecipitation: 44mmMarPrecipitation: 42mmAprPrecipitation: 49mmMayPrecipitation: 243mmJunPrecipitation: 387mmJulPrecipitation: 265mmAugPrecipitation: 258mmSepPrecipitation: 298mmOctPrecipitation: 387mmNovPrecipitation: 277mmDecPrecipitation: 131mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.6inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inMayPrecipitation: 9.6inJunPrecipitation: 15.2inJulPrecipitation: 10.4inAugPrecipitation: 10.2inSepPrecipitation: 11.7inOctPrecipitation: 15.2inNovPrecipitation: 10.9inDecPrecipitation: 5.2in
Precipitation

Copalchí is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,446 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 204 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 387 mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 42 mm. That's 345 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.Copalchí is a very wet location, receiving approximately 96.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 15.2 in of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.7 in. That's 13.6 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/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 27km/hFebWind Speed: 28km/hMarWind Speed: 26km/hAprWind Speed: 22km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 22km/hAugWind Speed: 17km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 19km/hDecWind Speed: 25km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17mphFebWind Speed: 17mphMarWind Speed: 16mphAprWind Speed: 13mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 14mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 16mph
Wind Speed

Copalchí is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 28km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 15km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 27km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Copalchí is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 17mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb25°77°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr27°81°F
May27°81°F
Jun26°79°F
Jul26°79°F
Aug26°79°F
Sep26°79°F
Oct26°79°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Copalchí is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 66 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Copalchí is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°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 Copalchí 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 Copalchí 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
23 °C74 °F
27 °C80 °F
27 km/h17 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C74 °F
27 °C81 °F
28 km/h17 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C75 °F
29 °C84 °F
26 km/h16 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
25 °C76 °F
30 °C85 °F
22 km/h13 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
30 °C85 °F
16 km/h10 mph
243 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C76 °F
28 °C83 °F
16 km/h10 mph
387 mm15.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C76 °F
28 °C82 °F
22 km/h14 mph
265 mm10.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
25 °C76 °F
28 °C83 °F
17 km/h11 mph
258 mm10.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
25 °C76 °F
29 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
298 mm11.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C76 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
387 mm15.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
28 °C82 °F
19 km/h12 mph
277 mm10.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
24 °C74 °F
27 °C80 °F
25 km/h16 mph
131 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in