Costa Rica · July
Low seasonCosta Rica · North America
Max Temp
27°C
Min Temp
19.6°C
Sunshine
4.4 h/day
Rain Days
11 days
Water Temp
28.8°C
Rainfall
139.8 mm
Humidity
78%
Avg Temp
22.6°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
July in Costa Rica is generally manageable, but with 11 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, and December.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, cooling to 20°C at night (daily average: 23°C). With 4 sunshine hours per day and 11 rain days (140 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 29°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Grüne Jahreszeit: Täglich Regen, die Hügel werden üppig grün, Wasservögel überall. Surfer kommen für die Pazifik-Wellen. Preise günstiger, Nationalparks mit frischem Grün.
Packing list for Costa Rica in July
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Costa Rica?
- July is not an optimal month for Costa Rica (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, and December.
- How warm is it in Costa Rica in July?
- In July, Costa Rica sees daily highs of 27°C. Nights cool to 20°C, with a daily average of 23°C.
- How much rain falls in Costa Rica in July?
- In July, Costa Rica receives an average of 140 mm of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Costa Rica get in July?
- Costa Rica averages 4 sunshine hours per day in July — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Costa Rica in July?
- Water temperature in Costa Rica in July averages 29°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
