What to expect in Costa Rica in July
July is a mixed month in Costa Rica. You get 29° / 21°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
Costa Rica weather in July
Typical conditions in Costa Rica during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 50/100 |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 21°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Costa Rica — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 21°C.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Costa Rica. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 50% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Sea Turtle Nesting Season while you’re there.
- Sea Turtle Nesting Season — Olive ridley turtles arrive in mass arribadas to nest at Ostional beach.
Costa Rica in July compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| June | 30° / 21° | Low | $ | 63 |
| July · This month | 29° / 21° | Moderate | $ | 64 |
| August | 29° / 21° | Low | $ | 64 |
| September | 28° / 21° | Low | $ | 67 |
These months score higher for Costa Rica on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
