Climate Insights for Paraíso

Paraíso, Provincia de Cartago, Costa Rica

Hottest
May
23°C peak
Coldest
February
14°C low
Wettest
October
561mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Paraíso is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 3078mm of precipitation falls per year. Paraíso receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Paraíso 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: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Feb Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Mar Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 14° Apr Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Jul Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 16° Aug Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 16° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Oct Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Nov Max: 21° Average: 18° Min: 15° Dec Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Paraíso has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 126mm Feb Precipitation: 71mm Mar Precipitation: 60mm Apr Precipitation: 134mm May Precipitation: 486mm Jun Precipitation: 315mm Jul Precipitation: 241mm Aug Precipitation: 265mm Sep Precipitation: 345mm Oct Precipitation: 561mm Nov Precipitation: 313mm Dec Precipitation: 160mm
Precipitation

Paraíso is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3078mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 256mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 561mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 60mm. That's 501mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Paraíso is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Paraíso, which began on June 21, 2026. Paraíso sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 680mm across the season with a monthly average of 227mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 821mm across the season with a monthly average of 274mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1220mm across the season with a monthly average of 407mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 357mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 17°
Feb 17°
Mar 17°
Apr 18°
May 19°
Jun 19°
Jul 18°
Aug 18°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 17°

The best time to visit Paraíso is during February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 66mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 23°C. 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 Paraíso 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
14 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
486 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
315 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
241 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
265 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
345 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
561 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
313 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
160 mm
0 cm
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