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I’m sure you already know that the Costa Rican weather is one of the country’s most attractive advantages. Nonetheless, you might not know that the weather and temperatures can change tremendously from one village or town to another.
A friend sent me some very cold-looking photos of snow-covered roads, rooftops, and cars. And some others with incredibly flooded areas and even tornado and hurricane damage. And I am sitting here at my desk, looking over my computer monitor. I can see the beautiful Escazu Mountains on one side and the Heredia Mountains on the other.
I sit in shorts, a T-shirt, and flipflops, enjoying the Costa Rican weather and the 80ºF temperatures we have almost year-round. In the Escazu mountains, you might need a sweater; in the Heredia mountains, you should wear a sweater and wear an umbrella.
Don’t you just hate me now? I bet you do! Be smarter than that, move to Costa Rica just as I did many years ago, and buy a property in Costa Rica from GoDutch Realty. That way, I can keep working in shorts and flipflops. God, I have always hated the cold, and I bet many of you do too. I still think moving here was the best decision I took in my life. Knowing what kind of climate you would like to live in will make the search for your dream home in Costa Rica much easier.
Keep reading if you are still dreaming about moving to the tropics and getting a taste of Costa Rican weather. Do your due diligence before deciding to move to Costa Rica. Bookmundi wrote an excellent article that shows you the best time to visit the country.
Climate Change
I know people who still insist that climate change doesn’t exist. In Costa Rica, the temperatures are at least 5ºF higher than a few years ago. We also have more rainfall than before, and the National Emergency Committee expects an increase in 2024. Therefore, travel the country and visit every town and city you think might be your option before committing.
Water
The world will soon experience water shortages. It’s already happening, even in some places in our beautiful country. Before looking for property, ask your agent (if you feel they’re honest about it) or ask around (don’t ask on Facebook) how the water situation is in certain areas.
Cold and Snow
Now is the time to stop worrying about cleaning your frozen windshield. We have much better options for you in Costa Rica.
If you run an internet business or any business you can run from home, you can do what I do: work in shorts and on flipflops and enjoy the Costa Rican weather.
If you don’t have a business, we’ll sell you one, don’t worry.
When you plan for Costa Rica retirement, you have a bright future, especially if you ask us how to use your IRA or 401(k). The world has become so small that it doesn’t matter where you work or where you live—as long as you can enjoy it.
Fast-speed internet allows you to work while sitting at your pool with your laptop, and I enjoy working from home as much as I do. But before you do, check out if the on our website.
Throw away my ties
I threw my ties away in 1980 when I moved to Costa Rica, but I keep one for receptions and burials. I only dress up when I have clients, and as soon as I get back, I change back into shorts again.
If my clients are nice people, I can feel comfortable wearing shorts when showing properties. If I don’t, I generally get rid of them quickly and send them to my competitors.
Who needs a client who is not a nice person anyway?
Sunshine baby
The most interesting thing about moving here is the Costa Rican weather and temperatures. You just choose what temperatures you like best, which will tell you where you should look to buy a home. That is why choosing a real estate agent who knows the Central Valley well is essential, although these maps below give you a pretty good indication.
Rainfall Map
The first map is a Costa Rica Rainfall map. You will really want to look at this map because one can only endure so much rain. If you click on it, you’ll find it interactive. If you hold your mouse over a location, the chart will show when the rainy and dry seasons occur. The colors give you an indication of the average yearly rainfall.
Sunshine Map
Another map that is probably even more important is the Costa Rica Sunshine map. Click on it, to find the interactive map showing monthly regional temperature charts. The Costa Rica guide has a lot of great information, and they sell good maps.
Temperatures
Costa Rica has microclimates everywhere. I will use the locations where I live to show you the difference.
- My residence and office are in San Rafael de Escazu. When I write this blog, the temperature is 25°C (77°F).
- If we look at Barrio El Carmen, San Antonio de Escazu (5 km—3 Mi South), the temperature is around 22°C (71.6°F).
- At the same time, in San Rafael de Santa Ana (which is 5 km – 3 Mi West), the temperature is around 27°C (80.6°F).
Where I live, it cools off in the evenings, but it’s rarely hot or cold. If you enjoy lower temperatures, look for higher elevations. If you like it warm, go to the lower elevations. And if you like it really hot, go to the beach areas.
You can find a few temperatures on AccuWeather.
Your own flipflops
Come find the Costa Rican weather of your dreams, and bring your own flipflops. If you’re unsure weather you should relocate or stay where you are, check out how to winterize your vehicle before the next winter hits you, then re-read this blog.
We know how important it is for you to find out which Costa Rica weather and temperatures will suit you best in the Central Valley. All our agents once had to go through the same steps as you when they decided to move here.
That is why we have agents in different locations in the Central Valley. They’re all well-trained to assist you in finding the right place to live and that property you dream of.
