Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica? If you're planning to go to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

Contents

  1. When to go to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves
  2. Important essentials for Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves
  3. Activities for Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves
  4. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in January: weather and what to pack
  5. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in February: weather and what to pack
  6. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in March: weather and what to pack
  7. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in April: weather and what to pack
  8. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in May: weather and what to pack
  9. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in June: weather and what to pack
  10. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in July: weather and what to pack
  11. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in August: weather and what to pack
  12. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in September: weather and what to pack
  13. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in October: weather and what to pack
  14. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in November: weather and what to pack
  15. Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in December: weather and what to pack

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 Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica

Based on the climate and weather in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Hand sanitizer

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


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves, Costa Rica by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

If you visit Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves during January, you may notice that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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February

If you go to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in February, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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March

If you go to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in March, you will notice that it is a scorcher. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

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April

April in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves is sweltering. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.

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May

If you visit Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves during May, you are likely to find that it can be sizzling. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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June

June in this region is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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July

If you vacation in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves during July, you will probably see that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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August

If you vacation in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves during August, you might find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

September in Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves can be sweltering. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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October

If you visit Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves during October, you may find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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November

Traveling to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in November, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

If you go to Monteverde and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserves in December, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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