Climate Insights for Drake Bay Airport

Osa, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Hottest
March
29°C peak
Coldest
December
23°C low
Wettest
October
798mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Drake Bay Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 4403mm of precipitation falls per year. Drake Bay Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Drake Bay Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 23° Feb Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° May Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° Nov Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Dec Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23°
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Drake Bay Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. December 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 5°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm 700mm 750mm 800mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 54mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 55mm Apr Precipitation: 217mm May Precipitation: 484mm Jun Precipitation: 476mm Jul Precipitation: 463mm Aug Precipitation: 548mm Sep Precipitation: 477mm Oct Precipitation: 798mm Nov Precipitation: 636mm Dec Precipitation: 163mm
Precipitation

Drake Bay Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4403mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 367mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 798mm of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 33mm. That's 765mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Drake Bay Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Drake Bay Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Drake Bay Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 756mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1487mm across the season with a monthly average of 496mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1911mm across the season with a monthly average of 637mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 249mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Drake Bay Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
217 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
484 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
476 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
463 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
548 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
477 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
798 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
636 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
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