San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica? If you're planning to go to San Gerardo de Dota, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to San Gerardo de Dota
- Important essentials for San Gerardo de Dota
- Activities for San Gerardo de Dota
- San Gerardo de Dota in January: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in February: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in March: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in April: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in May: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in June: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in July: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in August: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in September: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in October: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota in November: weather and what to pack
- San Gerardo de Dota 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 San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica
Based on the climate and weather in San Gerardo de Dota, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica
Here are some general tips on what to wear in San Gerardo de Dota, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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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).
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in San Gerardo de Dota. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one is sufficent for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit San Gerardo de Dota during January, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
February
If you visit San Gerardo de Dota during February, you may see 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 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Waterproof sandals
March
March here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
April
If you vacation in San Gerardo de Dota during April, you are likely to see that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
May
May here is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
June
If you vacation in San Gerardo de Dota during June, you may see that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
July
If you visit San Gerardo de Dota during July, you may notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
August
August in this region is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
September
If you vacation in San Gerardo de Dota during September, you may see that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
October
October here is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
November
If you visit San Gerardo de Dota during November, you will probably find that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
-
Light skirts
December
December is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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