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Costa Rica in January

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Daytime high
24°C
75°F
Overnight low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
5 mm
dry
Crowd levels
high
busy
Prices
high
peak rates

What to expect in Costa Rica in January

January brings warm weather to Costa Rica, with daytime highs around 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows near 14°C (57°F). Skies are typically practically rain-free, with about 5 mm of rainfall on average.

January is one of Costa Rica's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs December–March, for context.

What’s happening in January

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    Fiestas de Palmares · JanTwo-week rodeo, concerts, and carnival in the Central Valley.
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Costa Rica in other months

February
great
March
great
April
good
May
okay
June
okay
July
good
August
okay
September
avoid
October
avoid
November
okay
December
great

Where else is good to go in January

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10°C high · low crowds · good
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2°C high · low crowds · good
Mexico in January
22°C high · high crowds · great
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26°C high · high crowds · good
New Zealand in January
23°C high · high crowds · great
Vietnam in January
20°C high · high crowds · great