When to go to Pacific coast

November - May

The dry season here means warm, sunny days and the driest months overall are February and March. Towards the end of May there is an increasing chance of rain as the wet season begins. In November there is a week-long surfing festival in San Juan del Sur.

32°C Average max daytime temperature

20°C Average min nighttime temperature

7 days per season rainfall

High humidity

June - October

The wet season starts in June but this area remains slightly drier than the Caribbean coast. Humidity increases making it feel muggy and hot and there is an increased chance of storms as the season progresses.

30°C Average max daytime temperature

21°C Average min nighttime temperature

18 days per season rainfall

High humidity

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