Climate Insights for Pital

San Carlos, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica

Hottest
April
29°C peak
Coldest
January
20°C low
Wettest
October
428mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pital is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2909mm of precipitation falls per year. Pital receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pital is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.

Temperature

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Pital has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 185mm Feb Precipitation: 88mm Mar Precipitation: 51mm Apr Precipitation: 75mm May Precipitation: 325mm Jun Precipitation: 321mm Jul Precipitation: 277mm Aug Precipitation: 242mm Sep Precipitation: 270mm Oct Precipitation: 428mm Nov Precipitation: 348mm Dec Precipitation: 298mm
Precipitation

Pital is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2909mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 242mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 428mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 51mm. That's 376mm 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: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Pital is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Pital, which began on June 21, 2026. Pital is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 451mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 841mm across the season with a monthly average of 280mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1046mm across the season with a monthly average of 349mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 571mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 24°
May 25°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Pital is during February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 72mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pital 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
20 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
325 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
22 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
321 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
277 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
242 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
270 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
428 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
348 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
298 mm
0 cm
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