Costa Rica in april: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Costa Rica in april 2025
In this section, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of april for most popular cities in Costa Rica. These forecasts are statistics for april from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in april in San José
good weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
17°C
Clear/Sunny
44% of time
32%
14%
7%
Weather at 12pm
27°C
Clear/Sunny
33% of time
33%
27%
9%
Weather at 6pm
21°C
Moderate rain at times
35% of time
34%
18%
10%
Weather at 3am
17°C
33%
30%
25%
9%
Where to go in Costa Rica in april?
Where to go in Costa Rica in april: destination map
Where to go in each region in april?
| Caribbean coast of Costa Rica (Tortuguero, Puerto Limón, Manzanillo...) | 28°C to 30°C | 5 à 17 days | 29°C | good weather* |
| Central valley (San José, San Isidro, Cartago...) | 25°C to 30°C | 7 à 17 days | good weather* | |
| North of Costa Rica (La Fortuna, Quesada, Boca San Carlos...) | 27°C to 35°C | 3 à 11 days | good weather | |
| Pacific coast of Costa Rica (Montezuma, Puntarenas, Puerto Jiménez...) | 28°C to 35°C | 6 à 21 days | 29°C to 30°C | good weather* |
| Provincia Guanacaste (Tamarindo, La Cruz, Liberia (Guanacaste)...) | 32°C to 35°C | 2 à 8 days | 29°C to 30°C | good weather |
Where should you go in Costa Rica in april when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Costa Rica in april ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.
In April, precipitation regains in intensity and falls frequently as the heat increases slightly. Most localities have a climate throughout April in Costa Rica that is hardly suitable because of the heavy atmosphere as well as the combination of heat and humidity. Only the town of Montezuma is a favorable destination for a comfortable stay.
Costa Rica's East Coast in April
The rain, relatively weak and still sporadic, favors radiant but warm days. The rising temperatures do not play in favor of the comfort because the midday heat can be inconvenient. Straw hats with wide rims and sunglasses are recommended.
Central Costa Rica in April
In the capital, the atmosphere is comfortable because the temperatures are lower than on the east coast. The only downside is the rain which intensifies gradually. It is not unusual for beautiful mornings to become rainy afternoons. With precaution, one can fully enjoy their stay.
The West Coast of Costa Rica in April
The heat is at its peak in the localities that border the Gulf of Nicoya, while the rain is still weak. To forget the high heat that dominates the weather in Costa Rica throughout April, head to Montezuma where the climatic conditions remain ideal.
Climate in Costa Rica in april
Climate in San José in april
In april, maximum temperature is 27°C and minimum temperature is 17°C (for an average temperature of 22°C). The climate nice here in this month. With 236mm over 10 days, rain is to be feared during your vacations. So remember to pack rain clothes.
With proper weather, april is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 22°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 27°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 17°C | ||
| Rainfall | 236mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (34%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 42% | ||
| Length of day | 12:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in La Cruz in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in La Cruz is 29°C (maximum temperature is 32°C and minimum temperature is 26°C). The climate is very warm there in april. With just 40mm over 3 days, rainfall is infrequent for your trip.
With proper weather, april is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 29°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 32°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 26°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 28.2°C | ||
| Rainfall | 40mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 12:23 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Montezuma in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Montezuma is 29°C (maximum temperature is 33°C and minimum temperature is 26°C). The climate is very warm here in april. With 117mm over 7 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, the month of april is a good month to go in Montezuma in Costa Rica.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 29°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 33°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 26°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 29.2°C | ||
| Rainfall | 117mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||
| Length of day | 12:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Puerto Limón in april
In april, the mean temperature in Puerto Limón is 27°C (maximum temperature is 30°C and minimum temperature is 25°C). The climate is burning here in april. With about 131mm over 7 days, the rain will not be a problem for your trip.
With a correct climate, april is okay (but not good month) for traveling there.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 27°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 30°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 28.3°C | ||
| Rainfall | 131mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 12:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Puntarenas in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Puntarenas is 30°C (maximum temperature is 34°C and minimum temperature is 26°C). The climate is burning in that area in april. With 103mm over 6 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct weather, the month of april is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city in Costa Rica.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 30°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 34°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 26°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 29.2°C | ||
| Rainfall | 103mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (21%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 24% | ||
| Length of day | 12:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Costa Rica in april
| San José in april | good weather |
| La Cruz in april | good weather |
| Montezuma in april | good weather |
| Puerto Limón in april | good weather |
| Puntarenas in april | good weather |
| Tamarindo in april | good weather |
| Tortuguero in april | good weather |
| Boca San Carlos in april | good weather |
| Cartago in april | good weather |
| La Fortuna in april | good weather |
| Liberia (Guanacaste) in april | good weather |
| Manzanillo in april | good weather |
| Puerto Jiménez in april | tolerable weather |
| Quesada in april | good weather |
| San Isidro in april | tolerable weather |
| Alajuela in april | good weather |
| Bananito Sur in april | good weather |
| Cerro Chirripo in april | tolerable weather |
| Dominical in april | tolerable weather |
| Escazu in april | good weather |
| Esterillos in april | good weather |
| Golfito in april | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Costa Rica in april:
Weather data for Costa Rica in april is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Costa Rica. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Costa Rica can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Costa Rica.