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Costa Rica in March
If Holy Week falls in March, expect closures on Thursday and Friday and packed beaches.
What to expect in Costa Rica in March
March brings warm weather to Costa Rica, with daytime highs around 26°C (79°F) and overnight lows near 15°C (59°F). Skies are typically practically rain-free, with about 8 mm of rainfall on average. If Holy Week falls in March, expect closures on Thursday and Friday and packed beaches..
March 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 March
- 🎉Dia del Boyero (Oxcart Driver's Day) · MarColorfully painted traditional oxcarts parade through Escazu with drivers in typical dress, honoring the country's rural heritage and the UNESCO-recognized craft of oxcart painting.
- 🎉National Orchid Show · MarCosta Rica's largest orchid exhibition displays hundreds of native and cultivated species at the Antigua Aduana, drawing horticulturists and photographers for a long weekend of judging and sales.
Live fares for Costa Rica in March
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