Monthly climate guide
Quepos weather in January
Expect hot weather in Quepos in January: afternoons reach about 29°C (83°F), while nights drop to around 24°C (75°F). Around 59 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier months, with about 75% less rain than Quepos's average.
- January sits in Quepos's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- It's humid — around 77% — so the heat feels heavier.
Avg high
29°C
83°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
59 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Quepos weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 59 mm | 77% | 46% |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 27 mm | 70% | 35% |
| March | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 78°F | 35 mm | 66% | 38% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 78°F | 138 mm | 73% | 67% |
| May | 29°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 322 mm | 83% | 85% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 77°F | 349 mm | 87% | 87% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 364 mm | 86% | 87% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 336 mm | 86% | 86% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 25°C / 76°F | 359 mm | 87% | 85% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 24°C / 76°F | 447 mm | 88% | 87% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 76°F | 272 mm | 87% | 78% |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 126 mm | 83% | 58% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Quepos?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Quepos →Other Costa Rica cities in January
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Quepos in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Quepos?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Quepos, with highs around 29°C and about 59 mm of rain.
How warm is Quepos in January?
Average highs are about 29°C (83°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Quepos in January?
Quepos typically gets around 59 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Quepos (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.