When to go to Caribbean coast: Rio Dulce and Livingston

November - April

The warm tropical days and odd bursts of rainfall make this area slightly humid even in the dry season.

28°C Average max daytime temperature

19°C Average min nighttime temperature

13 days per season rainfall

Moderate humidity

May - October

With the arrival of the rainy season from May onwards humidity rises and temperatures are generally over 30°C meaning it can feel fairly sweltering.

31°C Average max daytime temperature

22°C Average min nighttime temperature

22 days per season rainfall

High humidity

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