Going to Costa Rica in March, April?

Here we give you all the information and our best tips for enjoying Costa Rica in March and April. This period is considered by everyone to be a transitional season. It is at this time that we, the natives, eagerly await because the first rains that are coming bring color back to the landscapes and water to the rivers. March is the hottest month of the year because the first showers significantly increase the humidity. In April, the rains intensify a little more everywhere and the heat persists.

It’s important to note that while March and April are still part of the high season, like January and February, there is Holy Week, which is associated with the Peak Season, namely the most expensive along with Christmas week. We strongly recommend avoiding this week to enjoy your trip to Costa Rica. It’s also a very popular vacation week in the country.

During Holy Week, you can witness the Catholic processions in Cartago and Heredia. Good Thursday and Good Friday are the two most fervent days throughout the country.

Here are the main trends for discovering Costa Rica in March and April in more detail, region by region.

Discover Costa Rica in March and April by region in detail

The Caribbean

These are the two hottest months of the year on the Caribbean coast. March is relatively quiet in terms of rain, and April is a bit wetter. Temperatures vary little, staying between 25 and 28 degrees. But, as soon as the first drops of rain fall, the feeling of heat intensifies.

The Central Valley

In and around San José, March and April see the north winds stop and the heat return with more intensity. Temperatures easily reach 30 degrees, and in the evening, some rain comes to cool the nights a little.

Arenal and Tenorio

March and April are the driest months in this region. The Arenal Volcano is often very clear, and the Rio Celeste takes on a turquoise color. This is one of the best seasons to appreciate all the landscapes.

Guanacaste and Nicoya Peninsula

Here, the drought is at its peak. March is extremely hot, and most of the rivers are dry. Wildlife awaits rain, as do the locals. These are the hottest months of the year, and temperatures sometimes reach 38 degrees. The sea or the pool then become essential for cooling off.

Central Pacific

As you travel down the Pacific coast, the climate varies little. From Puntarenas to Manuel Antonio, the days are hot, and the occasional scattered rain showers at the end of the day struggle to cool the air. Here again, the sea and the swimming pools are havens of refreshment.

South Pacific, Golfo Dulce and Osa Peninsula

Much like its northern cousin, the South Pacific enjoys a fairly dry climate in March, even though the rains are beginning to return. Temperatures are still very warm, as are the nights. April is rainier, although it remains fairly sporadic.

Cordillera Central, Dota

March in the Central Mountain Range is still a dry and hot month. April brings the first rains and the nights get a little cooler.

Below we give you some ideas for tours to discover Costa Rica in March and April:

• Our honeymoon, the Oroverde Tour, is designed for those who wish to travel in March or April.
• The must-sees of Costa Rica in 13 days with the Jaguar Tour
• 15 days in Costa Rica with the Toucan Tour, designed for the months of March and April.

When visiting Costa Rica in March and April, don’t be afraid of the heat. Temperatures are at their highest of the year, and the winds are no longer blowing. This is also the transition period between the so-called dry season and the wet season, which increases the feeling of heat, as the humidity increases. It’s important to note that Holy Week is one of the peaks of tourism in Costa Rica.