End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
La Fortuna in April
La Fortuna's warmest month brings highs averaging 89°F (32°C), lows of 71°F (21°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
It scores 64/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What April feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Lows average 71°F (21°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (60 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January – March).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 7.7 in (195 mm).
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in March to 64/100.
- April sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in La Fortuna in April
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Rainforest trail with suspension bridges at canopy height.
Why now April scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Trails over 1968 lava flows with views of the volcano's cone.
Why now Highs near 89°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Lake Arenal
Large reservoir below the volcano.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Restaurante Don Rufino
Long-running grill in town for steak and local plates.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Volcano-fed hot springs running through landscaped rainforest.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Nearby in April
- Monteverde in April~16 mi · highs 80°F, 1.6 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Manuel Antonio in April~82 mi · highs 88°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~506 m to La Fortuna's ~253 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
La Fortuna in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit La Fortuna?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 64/100 against a best of 79 in January – March. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain. April is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is La Fortuna in April?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 71°F (21°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Fortuna in April?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.2 in (1605 mm).
What should I pack for La Fortuna in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on La Fortuna
Routes in season in April
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning La Fortuna in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.