October weather forecast
San Rafael, Costa Rica

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Weather in October

In October, San Rafael becomes immersed in an environment dominated by constant showers, with the rainfall reaching its pinnacle at 444mm (17.48"). The prolonged rains saturate the city's atmosphere, maintaining the highest relative humidity levels of the year at 90%. Despite the gloom brought about by the overloaded clouds, daylight continues to brighten up the city across 11.9 hours on average. Even with the gusty winds now forging a noticeable presence, temperatures keep steady, mirroring the September averages.

Temperature

San Rafael's coldest month, October, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 22.2°C (72°F) to a low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in San Rafael is October, when the rain falls for 30.5 days and typically aggregates up to 444mm (17.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In San Rafael, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of October in San Rafael, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:13 CST.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in San Rafael. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in San Rafael?

October is the coldest month in San Rafael, Costa Rica, exhibiting average temperatures of 22.2°C (72°F) at the peak and 16.3°C (61.3°F) at the base.

What are the temperatures in San Rafael in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 22.2°C (72°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in San Rafael?

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in October in San Rafael?

In October, the average relative humidity is 90%.

What is the wettest month in San Rafael?

October is the month with the most rainfall in San Rafael, Costa Rica. Rain falls for 30.5 days and accumulates 444mm (17.48") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, Costa Rica, in October, during 30.5 rainfall days, 444mm (17.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does San Rafael have in October?

In October, the average day length in San Rafael, Costa Rica, is 11h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in San Rafael?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, in San Rafael, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:13 CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in San Rafael?

October has the least sunshine of the year in San Rafael, Costa Rica, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in October in San Rafael?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in San Rafael?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San Rafael?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October in San Rafael?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in San Rafael is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average temperature in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in October: 22.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.7°C).

Average pressure in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average pressure in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in October: 3.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average humidity in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in October: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (76%).

Average rainfall in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in October: 444mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (444mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

Average rainfall days in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in October: 30.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.9 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average UV index in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
San Rafael, Costa Rica

Average visibility in October - San Rafael, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in October: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

San Rafael, Costa Rica

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