Annual average weather for Playa Negra, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

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Annual Average Weather for Playa Negra, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 32.3°C (90.2°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 27.7°C (81.8°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 9.0 days of rain per month and 4.6 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Playa Negra?

The best months to visit Playa Negra are January, February, March, April, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between December and June when the sea temperature is above the average 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Playa Negra year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Playa Negra all year round.

The coolest month in Playa Negra is December when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Playa Negra year round?

Yes, you can swim in Playa Negra all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Negra are found in March when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in October when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Playa Negra?

The hottest month in Playa Negra is April when the average maximum temperature is scorching hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days, though you may want to only go to the beach early or late to avoid the midday sun 35°C (95°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Playa Negra?

The coolest month in Playa Negra is December when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Playa Negra?

The sunniest days in Playa Negra are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In January the sunshine percentage is 52% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the least sunny month in Playa Negra?

October has the least sunshine. In October the sunshine percentage is 31% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the driest month in Playa Negra?

The driest month in Playa Negra is January with 0.3cm (0.1inches) of rain and March has the fewest days of rain with 0.1 days with some rain, an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

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When is the wettest month in Playa Negra?

The wettest month in Playa Negra is October with 24.9cm (9.8inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 20.1 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Playa Negra?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Playa Negra are found in October when they dip to 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Playa Negra?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Negra are found in March when they peak at 29°C (84°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Playa Negra?

The most humid month in Playa Negra is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

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When is the least humid month in Playa Negra?

The least humid month in Playa Negra is February with a dew point of 19°C (66°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Playa Negra?

The most windy month in Playa Negra is February when the average maximum windspeed is 35KM/H (21MPH) and the average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH).

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Annual Temperature for Playa Negra

The hottest month in Playa Negra is April when the average maximum temperature is 35°C (95°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (74°F).

The coolest month in Playa Negra is December when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (32°F), average temperature is 27°C (80°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

Annual Sunshine for Playa Negra

The longest days in Playa Negra are in June, with an average of 12.7 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11.5 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Playa Negra are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 52% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day.

October has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 31% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in April when it reaches 14.9 and lowest in December when it reaches 10.5.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Playa Negra

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Negra are found in March when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in October when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Playa Negra

The wettest month in Playa Negra is October with 24.9cm (9.8inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 20.1 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Playa Negra is January with 0.3cm (0.1inches) of rain and March has the fewest days of rain with 0.1 days with some rain, an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Playa Negra

The most humid month in Playa Negra is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Playa Negra is February with a dew point of 19°C (66°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach.

Annual Wind Speed for Playa Negra

The most windy month in Playa Negra is February when the average maximum windspeed is 35KM/H (21MPH) and the average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH).

The least windy month in Playa Negra is October when the average maximum windspeed is 17KM/H (11MPH) and the average wind speed is 7KM/H (4MPH).

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