CLIMATE Costa Rica lies in the tropics yet boasts at least a dozen different climatic zones and has many diverse microclimates. This can make generalizations on temperature and rainfall misleading.
Most regions have a rainy season (May-Nov.) and a dry season (Dec.-April)
And the rainfall almost always follows a predictable schedule. The temperature in San Jose and in the mountains is usually between 70-80 degrees and the temperature at the beach is usually 80-90 degrees.
Where is Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is located in Central America, between Nicaragua (to the North) and Panama (to the South). Costa Rica has a Pacific Coast and a Caribbean Coast; it takes about 6 hours to drive from the Caribbean Coast to the Pacific Coast.
DOLPHIN / WHALE WATCHING: Dolphins are usually everywhere plus we do see the occasional whale. HORSEBACK RIDING: Available in most places, who hasn’t wanted to ride a horse on a beach. HOT SPRINGS / SPA: Available only in a few places, the best in romantic and relaxing getaways. KAYAKING: Available in several places, white water or ocean kayaks – cheap water fun. LAKE FISHING: Fish for the Guapote (Central American Bass) at Lake Arenal and Lake Nicaragua, great fighters on light tackle. MOTORCYCLE / QUAD RENTAL: Available in several places, great fun, wear your helmet. NATIONAL PARKS: Available in most areas, great tours, see wildlife and beautiful scenery.
PARAGLIDING: Available in a few places…try it if you get a chance…a few moments of panic followed by the best ride of your life. RIVER FISHING: Fly fish for Trout in the high mountain streams, fish the jungle rivers for giant Tarpon and Snook. SHOPPING: Available everywhere, take home some souvenirs and coffee SURF / BOOGIE BOARD: Available in the most popular towns, what the hell…give it a shot.
TURTLE WATCHING: Available only at certain times and certain places but for some the thrill of a lifetime.
VOLCANO TOUR: Available almost everywhere, good family trip. WHITE WATER RAFTING: Scenic and serene beauty followed by wet and wild adrenalin rush. WINDSURFING: Available at a few places, Lake Arenal is famous for its windsurfing
