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Annual Average Weather for Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 30.8°C (87.5°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 28.4°C (83.0°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 11.5 days of rain per month and 4.7 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Playa Matapalo?

The best months to visit Playa Matapalo 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 September when the sea temperature is above the average 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Playa Matapalo year round?

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

The coolest month in Playa Matapalo is January when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (74°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Playa Matapalo year round?

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

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Matapalo are found in March when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in October when they dip to 27°C (81°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 Matapalo?

The hottest month in Playa Matapalo is March when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 33°C (92°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Playa Matapalo?

The coolest month in Playa Matapalo is January when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (74°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Playa Matapalo?

The sunniest days in Playa Matapalo are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In January the sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Playa Matapalo?

October has the least sunshine. In October the sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Playa Matapalo?

The driest month in Playa Matapalo is January with 0cm (0inches) of rain and February has the fewest days of rain with 1.5 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 Matapalo?

The wettest month in Playa Matapalo is May with 5.6cm (2.2inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 18.3 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Playa Matapalo?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Playa Matapalo are found in October when they dip to 27°C (81°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 Matapalo?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Matapalo 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 Matapalo?

The most humid month in Playa Matapalo is June with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (77°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 Matapalo?

The least humid month in Playa Matapalo is February with a dew point of 23°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Playa Matapalo?

The most windy month in Playa Matapalo is March when the average maximum windspeed is 26KM/H (16MPH) and the average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Playa Matapalo

The hottest month in Playa Matapalo is March when the average maximum temperature is 33°C (92°F), average temperature is 29°C (84°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

The coolest month in Playa Matapalo is January when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (32°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 23°C (74°F).

Annual Sunshine for Playa Matapalo

The longest days in Playa Matapalo are in June, with an average of 12.6 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11.6 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Playa Matapalo are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.

October has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 33% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in March when it reaches 15.2 and lowest in December when it reaches 11.1.

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 Matapalo

The warmest sea water temperatures in Playa Matapalo are found in March when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in October when they dip to 27°C (81°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 Matapalo

The wettest month in Playa Matapalo is May with 5.6cm (2.2inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 18.3 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Playa Matapalo is January with 0cm (0inches) of rain and February has the fewest days of rain with 1.5 days with some rain, an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Playa Matapalo

The most humid month in Playa Matapalo is June with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (77°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 Matapalo is February with a dew point of 23°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for Playa Matapalo

The most windy month in Playa Matapalo is March when the average maximum windspeed is 26KM/H (16MPH) and the average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH).

The least windy month in Playa Matapalo is September when the average maximum windspeed is 16KM/H (10MPH) and the average wind speed is 4KM/H (3MPH).

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