Climate Insights for Santa Elena

Costa Rica

Hottest
May
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
February
20°C low68°F low
Wettest
November
431 mm rain17 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santa Elena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3,000 mm of precipitation falls per year. Santa Elena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Elena is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, September, April. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Santa Elena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 118.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Santa Elena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Elena is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, September, April. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°FebMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°MarMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 20°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°JunMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°AugMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 22°SepMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°OctMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°NovMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°DecMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 72°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°F
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Santa Elena has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Santa Elena has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 181mmFebPrecipitation: 98mmMarPrecipitation: 61mmAprPrecipitation: 96mmMayPrecipitation: 257mmJunPrecipitation: 353mmJulPrecipitation: 321mmAugPrecipitation: 274mmSepPrecipitation: 257mmOctPrecipitation: 380mmNovPrecipitation: 431mmDecPrecipitation: 290mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.1inFebPrecipitation: 3.9inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inAprPrecipitation: 3.8inMayPrecipitation: 10.1inJunPrecipitation: 13.9inJulPrecipitation: 12.6inAugPrecipitation: 10.8inSepPrecipitation: 10.1inOctPrecipitation: 15inNovPrecipitation: 17inDecPrecipitation: 11.4in
Precipitation

Santa Elena is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,000 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 250 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 431 mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 61 mm. That's 370 mm less than November, 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.Santa Elena is a very wet location, receiving approximately 118.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 17 in of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 2.4 in. That's 14.6 in less than November, 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: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Santa Elena is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/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 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Santa Elena is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph 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 6mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar24°74°F
Apr24°76°F
May25°77°F
Jun25°76°F
Jul24°76°F
Aug24°76°F
Sep25°76°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Santa Elena is during February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 85 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Santa Elena is during February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena 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
20 °C68 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
181 mm7.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
22 °C72 °F
29 °C85 °F
6 km/h3 mph
257 mm10.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C72 °F
29 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
353 mm13.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C72 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
321 mm12.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
29 °C83 °F
6 km/h3 mph
274 mm10.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C71 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
257 mm10.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C71 °F
28 °C83 °F
4 km/h3 mph
380 mm15 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
431 mm17 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C69 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
290 mm11.4 in
0 cm0 in