Limón, Costa Rica: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Limón, Costa Rica? If you're planning to go to Limón, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Limón, Costa Rica

Based on the climate and weather in Limón, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Limón, Costa Rica

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Limón, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Limón, Costa Rica by month

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January

January for Limón is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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February

February is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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March

If you are traveling to Limón in March, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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April

April here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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May

May for Limón can be very hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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June

June here is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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July

If you go to Limón in July, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Limón in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

September in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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October

October is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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November

If you go to Limón in November, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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December

December is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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Activities for Limón, Costa Rica

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Limón.

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