ERA5 · Tamarindo
Pacific dry-season start through the year.
Daytime highNighttime low°C
ERA5 via Open-Meteo Historical Weather API · ERA5 grid near Tamarindo · 2015–2024.
North Pacific · Costa Rica
Guanacaste in November
Pacific dry season approaches, but green-season rain can linger.
November is a transition month on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, where rain can continue even as the dry season approaches. Check road conditions and protected-area notices before setting a long drive or boat trip.
- Daytime high
- 30°ERA5 grid · Tamarindo
- Nighttime
- 24°ERA5 grid · Tamarindo
- Wet days
- 18days with ≥1 mm/day
- Relative budget
- Moderate
- November timing
- Green-to-dry transitionNovember is a seasonal transition, and heavy rain can affect road travel. Check route and weather advice before driving.
Weather: ERA5 via Open-Meteo Historical Weather API · ERA5 grid near Tamarindo · 2015–2024. Not a forecast. See the annual view
November in context
The weather & the season
See where November sits, then plan for your exact week.
30°November high
Travel seasons
November in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanPacific dry-season start
FebDry season
MarDry season
AprDry season
MayGreen season
JunGreen season
JulGreen season
AugGreen season
SepGreen season
OctGreen season
NovTransition
DecTransition
Qualitative season labels based on the cited official destination guidance. They are not visitor counts, occupancy, a crowd score or a forecast.
Check roads and rain
November is a seasonal transition, and heavy rain can affect road travel. Check route and weather advice before driving.
Costa Rica TourismCheck park operations
SINAC posts official information for protected areas. Verify access and reservations for your chosen park.
SINACMonthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33° | 24° | 0.7 |
| Feb | 33° | 24° | 0.5 |
| Mar | 34° | 25° | 1.3 |
| Apr | 34° | 26° | 10.7 |
| May | 32° | 26° | 24.6 |
| Jun | 31° | 25° | 26.1 |
| Jul | 31° | 25° | 22.4 |
| Aug | 31° | 25° | 25.4 |
| Sep | 31° | 25° | 28.7 |
| Oct | 30° | 25° | 28.4 |
| Nov | 30° | 24° | 18 |
| Dec | 32° | 24° | 4 |
Monthly means calculated from daily ERA5 reanalysis at the cited grid point for 2015–2024. Highs and lows are monthly means of daily maximum and minimum temperature. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm; monthly counts were averaged across ten complete years. These are planning averages, not a forecast. Qualitative season labels based on the cited official destination guidance. They are not visitor counts, occupancy, a crowd score or a forecast.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
Guanacaste area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
Tamarindo has surf and services; Playa Hermosa is quieter and near Liberia airport; Papagayo is a resort peninsula with longer transfers.
Guanacaste at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Representative area centres, not hotel entrances. Coastlines are generalized and do not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain coastline
A social beach base with easy meals and lessons.
A lively surf town with restaurants and tour operators.- Beach & water
- Surf breaks vary by tide and swell; use local instruction.
- Day to day
- Walk the town; use shuttles or a rental car for farther beaches.
- November trade-off
- Tamarindo has restaurants, surf schools and services, with a lively town beach.
A quieter beach stay with nearby day trips.
A smaller beach settlement near the Gulf of Papagayo.- Beach & water
- Calmer bay conditions than exposed beaches are possible, not guaranteed.
- Day to day
- Taxi or car for restaurants and excursions; check airport transfer.
- November trade-off
- Playa Hermosa is quieter and sheltered, but has fewer dining choices.
A resort-led trip with organised excursions.
Resorts and coves sit across a broad peninsula.- Beach & water
- Beach access and activities depend on the property and cove.
- Day to day
- Plan transfers between resorts, Liberia and other towns.
- November trade-off
- Papagayo resort coves work for a self-contained stay; excursions need transfers.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a November stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · TamarindoTown-centre hotel beside Tamarindo Beach.1 Tamarindo · Surf town
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
A town hotel suits surf lessons and walkable dinners.
- Multiple outdoor pools listed; ask whether any pool is heated.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Lively central position; compare room location and festive supplements.
November details & sources
Check current beach and pool access; weather can still interrupt plans.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Tamarindo Diria Beach ResortArea view · Playa HermosaForested beachfront2 Playa Hermosa · Beach village
Hotel Bosque del Mar
A smaller beach hotel fits a quiet stay and access to local restaurants.
- Pool and beach setting listed; confirm seasonal conditions.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Quieter location; dining and transport choices are limited nearby.
November details & sources
Confirm your room type and transport for days beyond the bay.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Hotel Bosque del MarArea view · Papagayo PeninsulaPapagayo peninsula resort3 Papagayo Peninsula · Resort peninsula
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo
A resort peninsula suits a stay centred on the property and its coves.
- Pools and beach access listed; room package and facilities vary.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Resort pricing and transfer time; check holiday meal terms.
November details & sources
Review transfer costs and current cancellation terms for November weather.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula PapagayoEditorial hotel positioning, not live rates. Compare dates, room category, taxes, meal plans, transfers and holiday supplements. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before Guanacaste
Entry rules, health advice and cover depend on your passport, route and planned activities. Check primary sources close to departure.
Passport & visa
Depends on nationality
Entry permission depends on nationality, onward travel and current rules. Check Costa Rica immigration and consular guidance for the passport you will use.
Health preparation
Route and personal health matter
Yellow-fever proof applies to some arrival routes from risk countries. Review current health advice and routine vaccines with a clinician.
Travel advice & insurance
Check your itinerary
Read travel advice for road safety, weather and local conditions. Insure medical care, evacuation and any adventure activities.
Check your passport, route and entry permission
Rules can differ by nationality, travel purpose and transit history. Confirm the requirements for your passport before booking and again before departure.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few November questions
The seasonal transition here concerns Guanacaste on the Pacific coast.
Is November dry in Costa Rica?
The Pacific region is moving towards dry season, but November can still bring rain. Exact conditions vary by location.
Which coast is best in November?
This guide focuses on Guanacaste’s Pacific coast. Caribbean conditions follow a different pattern; check regional forecasts.
Can rain affect road trips?
Yes. Rain can slow unpaved and rural roads. Check conditions and allow extra drive time.
Are national parks open?
Access varies by park and current conditions. Check SINAC notices and reservation rules before departure.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Guanacaste · official destination information
- Visit Costa Rica · climate by region
- Costa Rica Tourism Board · when to visit
- ERA5 climate data · Open-Meteo Historical Weather API
- Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort · official hotel
- Hotel Bosque del Mar · official hotel
- Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo · official hotel
- Costa Rica Immigration · entry requirements
- CDC · Costa Rica health
- UK FCDO · Costa Rica advice
- Costa Rica tourism and park updates
- Official destination guidance
- Official local updates
- Guanacaste · official destination information
- Guanacaste · official destination information
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