Peak in September
Coolest in December
Heavy in July
Peak in dry season
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Essential Travel Info for Limón
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CRC
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Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.732
Best Time to Visit Limón
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 9.9907° N, 83.0359° W
Open in Google MapsLimón is a prominent destination in Costa Rica.
Located at 9.99°N latitude,Limón experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, September is the warmest month (avg. 29°C), while December is the coolest. July sees the most rain (92% chance), making March the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.18°C
Total over 30 years
+0.39°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Limón, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)Dry Season
Best months to visit
28°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Limón receives approximately 3,321mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
27.4°
2024 Avg
28.3°
2040 Proj
28.7°
+0.39°C
per decade (observed)
+0.24°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Limón has warmed by +1.2°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.243°C/decade), for a total of +1.6°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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Health & Safety Advisory
CDC travel health recommendations
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Costa Rica.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Costa Rica. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Costa Rica.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Costa Rica take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasPresent in the provinces of Alajuela and LimónRare to no transmission in other parts of the countryDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. falciparum(86%)P. vivax(14%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAlajuela and Limón Provinces: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2All other areas: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
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View Complete Health GuideLimón Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 59% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| February | 27°C | 49% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| March | 28°C | 42% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| April | 28°C | 55% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| May | 28°C | 78% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| June | 28°C | 90% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| July | 28°C | 92% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| August | 28°C | 85% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| September | 29°C | 82% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| October | 28°C | 85% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| November | 27°C | 82% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| December | 27°C | 73% | 🌧️ Rainy |
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Limón Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Limón?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, summer months are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Limón?
September is historically the hottest month in Limón with average highs of 29°C.
When does it rain the most in Limón?
July typically sees the highest probability of rain (92%).
Is Limón expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.