Weather & Regions - Two Weeks in Costa Rica

Rainy Season in Costa Rica: How Wet Is It?

Last Updated: March 4, 2025 You probably know that Costa Rica has two distinct seasons, dry season and rainy season. But what is rainy season really like? After living in …

Costa Rica’s Central Valley: Regional Snapshot

Home to almost three-quarters of the country’s population, the Central Valley is Costa Rica’s cultural and economic center. Long ago, farmers used oxcarts and horses to traverse the surrounding green …

Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast: Regional Snapshot

Last Updated: February 12, 2025 While often overlooked, Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast has a lot to offer visitors. It has some of the country’s most scenic beaches, with turquoise water …

Central Pacific Coast, Costa Rica: Regional Snapshot

With miles of beach, lush rainforest, and abundant wildlife, Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast is a favorite among visitors. Some come for surfing, which is plentiful up and down the …

Guanacaste, Costa Rica: Regional Snapshot

Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Guanacaste is a region in northwestern Costa Rica famous for its beaches and plentiful amenities. Often called the “Gold Coast,” this area has some of …

Weather in Costa Rica: What You Need to Know

Last Updated: September 29, 2020 So your favorite weather app is telling you that in Costa Rica, it is pouring buckets and shooting lightning bolts every single day. Of course …

Why You Should Visit Costa Rica in the Rainy Season

Most people traveling to Costa Rica come during the dry season. When we visited as tourists, we did the exact same thing. All we wanted was sun and clear blue …