Best time to visit Limon, Costa Rica

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The best time to visit Limon is March

Limon can be visited year-round, but based on the ideal climate conditions, cost of travel, and avoiding peak holiday periods, March is the best time to go.

In the height of summer, temperatures in Limon can reach a maximum of 32℃ (90℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 23℃ (73℉).

The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Limon are usually in September, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Limon in July – It’s the wettest month of the year.

Keep reading to find out when the best times to travel to Limon are for whatever trip you’re planning. By the time you finish, you’ll have all the info you need, and you’ll be ready to start booking. Don’t know where to look or who to book with? Don’t stress! We’ve hand-picked our favourite online travel tools we use, know and love so you can rest assured you’re in safe hands. Happy reading!

Warmest month

September

Least rainfall

April

Most daylight

September

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Limon seasons

Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Limon as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Limon is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:

Season Months
Summer June to August
Autumn/fall September to November
Winter December to February
Spring March to May

Average temperatures in Limon

If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Limon for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.

Limon climate by month

If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Limon for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.

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Limon in January

  • Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
  • Average low temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 11 days
  • Average rainfall: 124mm (5") over 17 days
11 days
of pure sunshine
17 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in January, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in February

  • Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
  • Average low temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 10 days
  • Average rainfall: 85mm (3") over 16 days
10 days
of pure sunshine
16 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in March

  • Average temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
  • Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 10 days
  • Average rainfall: 79mm (3") over 18 days
10 days
of pure sunshine
18 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in April

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
  • Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 10 days
  • Average rainfall: 65mm (3") over 17 days
10 days
of pure sunshine
17 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in May

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
  • Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average humidity: 74%
  • Average sunny days: 7 days
  • Average rainfall: 140mm (6") over 21 days
7 days
of pure sunshine
21 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in June

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
  • Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 5 days
  • Average rainfall: 141mm (6") over 22 days
5 days
of pure sunshine
22 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in July

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
  • Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 3 days
  • Average rainfall: 199mm (8") over 25 days
3 days
of pure sunshine
25 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in August

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
  • Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average humidity: 71%
  • Average sunny days: 8 days
  • Average rainfall: 131mm (5") over 21 days
8 days
of pure sunshine
21 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in September

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
  • Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average humidity: 71%
  • Average sunny days: 8 days
  • Average rainfall: 84mm (3") over 19 days
8 days
of pure sunshine
19 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.

Limon in October

  • Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
  • Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
  • Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 6 days
  • Average rainfall: 132mm (5") over 22 days
6 days
of pure sunshine
22 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in November

  • Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
  • Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
  • Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
  • Average humidity: 73%
  • Average sunny days: 6 days
  • Average rainfall: 162mm (6") over 23 days
6 days
of pure sunshine
23 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Limon in December

  • Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
  • Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 9 days
  • Average rainfall: 192mm (8") over 20 days
9 days
of pure sunshine
20 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Limon in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Top FAQs

The hottest month of the year in Limon is usually September, where temperatures tend to rise to around 30℃ (86℉) in the middle of the day or early afternoon.
The month with the least amount of rain in Limon is generally around April. The dry season often coincides with cooler weather, so you should check the temperatures in April first to make sure it’s still a good time to go.
The rainiest time of year in Limon is generally around July, although the wetter season can sometimes extend a few months either side of July too.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Limon, or if you're just afraid of the dark, the days in September are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset.

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