While the sun shines just about 365 days a year in
Tamarindo, Costa Rica, there is a rainy season from May-October. Let's first
clear up some potential confusion real quick: What you'll hear called summer
and winter in Costa Rica doesn't mean hot and cold weather like you may be used
to. The Costa Rican summer, from December-April, is their dry season. The
winter is their rainy season.
During the rainy season, the sun will still shine. Though you may experience some late afternoon or evening rain showers at some point.
This is due to our position close to the equator. At this time of year, the sun
lies directly overhead, just about perpendicular. This direct positioning of
the sun causes a lot of evaporation which in turns results in a lot of
rainfall.
Tamarindo's 'Little
Summer'
But interestingly enough, there's a short lull in the rainy
season around the end of July through August, usually lasting a few weeks. In
Costa Rica, we call this Veranillo de San Juan; a 'little summer'. (Remember,
summer means dry season). To put it simply, the shifting arctic air masses and
northern air masses create a temporary lull in the rainy season around this
time ever year.
And what a perfect time of year to visit Tamarindo! If
you've ever been to a tropical climate, you've experienced tropical rainfall.
It happens almost every day. And while it's not a big deal, having a a few
weeks of beautiful, nearly dry weather 24 hours a day in Tamarindo is a huge
treat. Around this time, the temperature averages in the low 80s, perfect to
take advantage of our pristine beaches.
Take Advantage Of El
Veranillo!
Tamarindo is a great destination for surfing, snorkeling and
hiking. During El Veranillo de San Juan, you can get out there and enjoy the
water and land as much as you want!
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