Climate Insights for Puerto Jiménez Airport

Golfito, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
November
25°C low
Wettest
October
614mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Puerto Jiménez Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3425mm of precipitation falls per year. Puerto Jiménez Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Puerto Jiménez 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: 25° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Aug Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Sep Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Oct Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Dec Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25°
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Puerto Jiménez Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 56mm Feb Precipitation: 42mm Mar Precipitation: 48mm Apr Precipitation: 170mm May Precipitation: 360mm Jun Precipitation: 311mm Jul Precipitation: 380mm Aug Precipitation: 408mm Sep Precipitation: 326mm Oct Precipitation: 614mm Nov Precipitation: 570mm Dec Precipitation: 140mm
Precipitation

Puerto Jiménez Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3425mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 285mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 614mm of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 42mm. That's 572mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Puerto Jiménez Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 Puerto Jiménez Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Puerto Jiménez 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 578mm across the season with a monthly average of 193mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1100mm across the season with a monthly average of 367mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1510mm across the season with a monthly average of 503mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 239mm for the season, averaging 80mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Puerto Jiménez 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
25 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
360 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
311 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
380 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
408 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
326 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
614 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
570 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
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