Town in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Sámara weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sámara
Dec–Apr is dry and sunny, and busiest. May–Nov brings afternoon rain, lower prices and green hills; Sep–Oct is the wettest.
Sámara weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°7 mm
- Feb33°4 mm
- Mar34°5 mm
- Apr34°38 mm
- May31°220 mm
- Jun30°227 mm
- Jul30°182 mm
- Aug30°227 mm
- Sep29°303 mm
- Oct28°337 mm
- Nov29°151 mm
- Dec30°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 24°C76°F | 7 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| February | 33°C92°F | 25°C76°F | 4 mm | 64% | Hot |
| March | 34°C93°F | 25°C77°F | 5 mm | 63% | Hot |
| April | 34°C92°F | 26°C79°F | 38 mm | 66% | Hot |
| May | 31°C88°F | 26°C79°F | 220 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| June | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 227 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 182 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 227 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 303 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| October | 28°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 337 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| November | 29°C84°F | 25°C77°F | 151 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 24 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across Costa Rica
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna | Dec–Apr | Apr (32°C) |
| San José | Dec–Apr | Apr (27°C) |
| Tamarindo | Dec–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Manuel Antonio | Dec–Apr | Mar (32°C) |
| Santa Teresa | Dec–Apr | Mar (31°C) |
| Monteverde | Dec–Apr | Apr (35°C) |
| Puerto Viejo | Feb–Apr, Sep–Oct | Apr (29°C) |
| Nosara | Dec–Apr | Mar (34°C) |
| Tortuguero | Feb–Apr, Sep–Oct | Apr (30°C) |
| Jacó | Dec–Apr | Mar (32°C) |
| Uvita | Dec–Apr | Mar (32°C) |
| Playas del Coco | Dec–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| Sámara | Dec–Apr | Mar (34°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sámara?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and sunny, and busiest. May–Nov brings afternoon rain, lower prices and green hills; Sep–Oct is the wettest.
When is the rainy season in Sámara?
Rain peaks in October with about 337 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Nov.
What is the hottest month in Sámara?
March, with average highs of 34°C (93°F).
How cold does Sámara get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 24°C (76°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Costa Rica Tourism Board (ICT)
- CCSS (public health)
- Daniel Oduber Quirós Airport
- La Nación: Sámara water supply taken over by AyA
- Bus Costa Rica: shared shuttle Sámara to Liberia
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.