Climate Insights for Santa Fe

Costa Rica

Hottest
March
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
January
20°C low69°F low
Wettest
October
992 mm rain39.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santa Fe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 5,433 mm of precipitation falls per year. Santa Fe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Fe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Santa Fe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 213.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Santa Fe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Fe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°FebMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°MarMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°AprMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 22°MayMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 22°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°AugMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°SepMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°NovMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°DecMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FMayMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°F
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Santa Fe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Santa Fe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mm550mm600mm650mm700mm750mm800mm850mm900mm950mm1000mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 87mmFebPrecipitation: 50mmMarPrecipitation: 73mmAprPrecipitation: 281mmMayPrecipitation: 575mmJunPrecipitation: 581mmJulPrecipitation: 540mmAugPrecipitation: 654mmSepPrecipitation: 585mmOctPrecipitation: 992mmNovPrecipitation: 790mmDecPrecipitation: 225mm
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0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28in30in32in34in36in38in40inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.4inFebPrecipitation: 2inMarPrecipitation: 2.9inAprPrecipitation: 11inMayPrecipitation: 22.6inJunPrecipitation: 22.9inJulPrecipitation: 21.3inAugPrecipitation: 25.8inSepPrecipitation: 23inOctPrecipitation: 39.1inNovPrecipitation: 31.1inDecPrecipitation: 8.8in
Precipitation

Santa Fe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5,433 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 453 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 992 mm of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 50 mm. That's 942 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.Santa Fe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 213.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 39.1 in of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 in. That's 37.1 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 3km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
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Santa Fe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Santa Fe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr25°77°F
May25°76°F
Jun24°76°F
Jul24°76°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct24°74°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec24°74°F

The best time to visit Santa Fe is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Santa Fe is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°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 Santa Fe 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 Fe 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 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C70 °F
29 °C83 °F
4 km/h3 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C71 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
22 °C71 °F
28 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
281 mm11 in
0 cm0 in
May
22 °C72 °F
28 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
575 mm22.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
22 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
581 mm22.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
540 mm21.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
654 mm25.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
585 mm23 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
992 mm39.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
27 °C80 °F
3 km/h2 mph
790 mm31.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
225 mm8.8 in
0 cm0 in