Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
La Fortuna in February
La Fortuna sees its driest month, with just 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain, highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows of 69°F (20°C).
At 79/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (22 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What February feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (28°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 69°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is scarce: about 0.9 in (22 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around February
February is one of La Fortuna's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from January (78 → 79/100).
- February sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in La Fortuna in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Trails over 1968 lava flows with views of the volcano's cone.
Why now February scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lake Arenal
Large reservoir below the volcano.
Why now Highs near 83°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rainforest Chocolate Tour
Bean-to-bar chocolate tour with tastings.
Restaurante Don Rufino
Long-running grill in town for steak and local plates.
Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Rainforest trail with suspension bridges at canopy height.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Monteverde in February~16 mi · highs 74°F, 0.4 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Manuel Antonio in February~82 mi · highs 87°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit La Fortuna?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 79/100. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is La Fortuna in February?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Fortuna in February?
Not much: about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.2 in (1605 mm).
What should I pack for La Fortuna in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on La Fortuna
Routes in season in February
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning La Fortuna in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.