
Costa Rica in April
April in Costa Rica brings highs around 97°F (36°C), lows near 73°F and about 1 rainy days. The sun sets around 5:47 pm. The sea is about 83°F (29°C). It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter.
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What April is good for in Costa Rica
Each activity rated for April's weather and sea.
Great now Scuba divingGreat in April
Great now SnorkelingGreat in April
Cooking classesAny month
Boat toursFair in April
Catamaran toursFair in April
Sunset cruisesFair in April
Helicopter toursOff season in April
Zipline toursOff season in April
ATV toursOff season in April
Bike toursOff season in April
Private toursOff season in April
April next to March and May
| Month | March | April | May |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 96°F (35°C) | 97°F (36°C) | 93°F (34°C) |
| Low | 71°F (22°C) | 73°F (23°C) | 74°F (23°C) |
| Rainy days | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| Sea | 81°F | 83°F | 84°F |
| Sunset | 5:47 pm | 5:47 pm | 5:50 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 04 min | 12 h 21 min | 12 h 35 min |
Averages for Liberia, Costa Rica; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Costa Rica water temperature by month.
Tours in Costa Rica
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa RicaFrom $45View
Sloth Watching Wildlife Tour in La Fortuna, Costa RicaFrom $62View
Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa RicaFrom $230View
Manuel Antonio National Park : Guided tour with TICKET INCLUDEDFrom $27View
Safari Tour in Ponderosa Costa RicaFrom $40View
2 Hour ATV Private Tour in Costa RicaFrom $85View
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Questions
Is April a good time to visit Costa Rica?
It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are November and December.
How hot is Costa Rica in April?
Average highs are about 97°F (36°C) and lows about 73°F (23°C).
Does it rain much in Costa Rica in April?
April averages 1 rainy days, against 17 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Costa Rica in April?
About 83°F (29°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.







