AI-generatedLimón at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug, Dec – May
- Warmest month
- Oct · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,920 h
- Rain a year
- 4,118 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Elevation
- 29 m
Climate in Limón
Limón has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. October is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 1,920 hours of sunshine a year, Limón is moderately sunny; March is the sunniest month with 7.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Limón
The best time to visit Limón is from July to August and from December to May. The sea reaches 29.2 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is November with 525 mm of precipitation.
Limón through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Limón in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 70 rainy days in all
Limón in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 89 rainy days in all
Limón in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 32–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 84 rainy days in all
Limón in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 70 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: July – August, December – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 33°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
05:2017:15
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:07–05:48 · evening 16:47–17:28
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:59–05:07 · evening 17:28–17:37
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Limón compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.8 h |
What is the weather like in Limón in October?
In October, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 389 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Limón.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 55 min05:20 – 17:15
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 7 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 87 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−6offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %74 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %23 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Limón
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Limón: score 72 against 56. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 72better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 19° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 27.4° |
| Sunshine | 4.4 h | 6.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 29 | 20better |
| Rainfall | 389 mm | 200 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Limón month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
71January31° · Sea 27° · 6.3 h
In January, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 299 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in January72February31° · Sea 27° · 6.7 h
In February, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 200 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in February71March31° · Sea 28° · 7.0 h
In March, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 166 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in March66April32° · Sea 28° · 6.4 h
In April, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 172 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in April60May32° · Sea 29° · 4.9 h
In May, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 382 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in May58June32° · Sea 29° · 4.5 h
In June, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 430 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in June60July32° · Sea 28° · 4.2 h
In July, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 30 days, adding up to 496 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in July60August32° · Sea 29° · 4.8 h
In August, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 30 days, adding up to 372 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in August58September33° · Sea 29° · 5.0 h
In September, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 282 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in September56October33° · Sea 29° · 4.4 h
In October, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 389 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in October57November32° · Sea 28° · 4.0 h
In November, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 525 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in November66December31° · Sea 28° · 5.1 h
In December, Limón is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 406 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Limón.
Limón in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Limón
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (19°), the warmest in June (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to December; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to March. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 71 | 31° | 19° | 27.4° | 6.3 h | 23 | 299 |
| FebruaryFeb | 72 | 31° | 19° | 27.4° | 6.7 h | 20 | 200 |
| MarchMar | 71 | 31° | 19° | 27.7° | 7.0 h | 21 | 166 |
| AprilApr | 66 | 32° | 20° | 28.3° | 6.4 h | 21 | 172 |
| MayMay | 60 | 32° | 21° | 28.7° | 4.9 h | 28 | 382 |
| JuneJun | 58 | 32° | 22° | 28.8° | 4.5 h | 29 | 430 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 32° | 21° | 28.4° | 4.2 h | 30 | 496 |
| AugustAug | 60 | 32° | 21° | 28.7° | 4.8 h | 30 | 372 |
| SeptemberSep | 58 | 33° | 21° | 29.2° | 5.0 h | 28 | 282 |
| OctoberOct | 56 | 33° | 21° | 29.1° | 4.4 h | 29 | 389 |
| NovemberNov | 57 | 32° | 20° | 28.4° | 4.0 h | 28 | 525 |
| DecemberDec | 66 | 31° | 20° | 27.7° | 5.1 h | 26 | 406 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Limón
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.6 – 29.8 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Limón ranges from 27.4 °C in January to 29.2 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.6 and 29.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.4° | 26.8° | 27.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.4° | 26.9° | 27.8° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.2° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.3° | 27.9° | 28.9° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.7° | 28.1° | 29.4° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.8° | 28.2° | 29.5° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.4° | 28.0° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.7° | 28.1° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.9° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.8° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.4° | 27.8° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.7° | 26.8° | 28.3° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Limón
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.4 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Limón, 37 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Limón: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Limón has about 29 rainy days with 389 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Limón
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Limón
How breezy and how cloudy Limón is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Limón typically peaks at 7 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 87 % of the sky over Limón: mostly overcast, with about 4.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Limón
How often the day gets hot in Limón (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Limón every day, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Limón in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Limón has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 69) and its weakest during October half-term (score 56).
- 68
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 60
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 60
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 56
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 69
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 55 min
- Distance
- 8,630 km
- Time zone
- UTC−6
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (7 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Limón vs San José
In October the holiday weather in Limón and San José is about equally good (score 56 vs 60). During the day San José is 4 °C cooler than Limón. San José gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Limón | San José |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 60 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 29° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 3 h |
| Rainy days | 29 | 29 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug, Dec – May | Dec – Mar |
Through the year
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- 3LimónThis page33°29°56
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Frequently asked questions about Limón
When is the best time to visit Limón?
The best time to visit Limón is from July to August and from December to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Limón?
The sea temperature in Limón ranges from 27.4 °C in January to 29.2 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Limón in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Limón?
October is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Limón?
The wettest month is November with 525 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 166 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Limón get?
Limón gets around 1,920 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 7.0 hours a day; in November there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Limón in?
Limón is on UTC−6 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Limón?
A nonstop flight from London to Limón takes about 10 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,630 km.
Which school holidays are best for Limón?
Limón has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 69) and its weakest during October half-term (score 56). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 68, May half-term 60, summer holidays 60, October half-term 56, Christmas holidays 69.