Annual average weather for Playa Sámara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

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Annual Average Weather for Playa Sámara, Nicoya Peninsula, 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 27.4°C (81.4°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 7.0 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Playa Sámara?

The best months to visit Playa Sámara are January, February, March, December, 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 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Playa Sámara year round?

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

The coolest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara year round?

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

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Sámara are found in April when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in December when they dip to 26°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 Sámara?

The hottest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara?

The coolest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara?

The sunniest days in Playa Sámara are in February which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In February the sunshine percentage is 82% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.7hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Playa Sámara?

September has the least sunshine. In September the sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.2 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Playa Sámara?

The driest month in Playa Sámara 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.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Playa Sámara?

The wettest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Playa Sámara are found in December when they dip to 26°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 Sámara?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Sámara are found in April 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 Sámara?

The most humid month in Playa Sámara 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.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Playa Sámara?

The least humid month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara?

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

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Playa Sámara

The hottest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara 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 Sámara

The longest days in Playa Sámara are in June, with an average of 12.7 hours of daylight per day. January has the shortest days with an average of 11.6 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Playa Sámara are in February which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 82% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.7hrs making the days long and bright.

September has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.2 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in April when it reaches 15.1 and lowest in December when it reaches 10.6.

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 Sámara

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Sámara are found in April when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in December when they dip to 26°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 Sámara

The wettest month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara 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 Sámara

The most humid month in Playa Sámara 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 Sámara 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 Sámara

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

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