Climate Insights for Zapote

Costa Rica

Hottest
March
30°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
January
20°C low68°F low
Wettest
October
562 mm rain22.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zapote is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3,127 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 562 mm of rainfall. Zapote sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zapote is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 123.1 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 22.1 in of rainfall. Zapote 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: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°JulMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°AugMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°OctMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°NovMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°DecMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°F
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Zapote has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°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 7°C between highs and lows.Zapote has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mm550mm600mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 29mmFebPrecipitation: 14mmMarPrecipitation: 28mmAprPrecipitation: 119mmMayPrecipitation: 370mmJunPrecipitation: 421mmJulPrecipitation: 295mmAugPrecipitation: 400mmSepPrecipitation: 447mmOctPrecipitation: 562mmNovPrecipitation: 355mmDecPrecipitation: 86mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.1inFebPrecipitation: 0.6inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inMayPrecipitation: 14.6inJunPrecipitation: 16.6inJulPrecipitation: 11.6inAugPrecipitation: 15.7inSepPrecipitation: 17.6inOctPrecipitation: 22.1inNovPrecipitation: 14inDecPrecipitation: 3.4in
Precipitation

Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,127 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 261 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 562 mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 14 mm. That's 547 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.Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 123.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.3 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 22.1 in of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 21.5 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Zapote is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/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 6km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 3km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.Zapote is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2mph 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 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 2mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°76°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr24°76°F
May24°75°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Zapote is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Zapote is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. 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 Zapote 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 Zapote 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
28 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C69 °F
29 °C85 °F
7 km/h4 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C69 °F
30 °C85 °F
6 km/h4 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
370 mm14.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
421 mm16.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
295 mm11.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
400 mm15.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
447 mm17.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C69 °F
26 °C80 °F
3 km/h2 mph
562 mm22.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
26 °C80 °F
4 km/h2 mph
355 mm14 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in