End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
La Fortuna in June
La Fortuna edges cooler than May, with highs of 83°F (29°C), lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 7.2 in (183 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 43/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 7.2 in (183 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 86%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 83°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 90%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.2 in (183 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 86%.
Plan around June
June sits mid-table; the best months are January – March.
- Comfort holds steady from May (41 → 43/100).
- Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Quick-dry fabrics90% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in La Fortuna in June
With 7.2 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Lava Lounge
Open-air bar and restaurant with cocktails.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.2 in of rain.
Soda Viquez
Local soda serving casados and gallo pinto.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Restaurante Don Rufino
Long-running grill in town for steak and local plates.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter June days.
La Fortuna Waterfall
70-meter waterfall reached by about 500 steps.
Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Rainforest trail with suspension bridges at canopy height.
Nearby in June
- Monteverde in June~16 mi · highs 71°F, 7.0 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Manuel Antonio in June~82 mi · highs 83°F, 10.4 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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit La Fortuna?
It's middling, scoring 43/100. The best months are January – March, at up to 79. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 7.2 in (183 mm) of rain. Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is La Fortuna in June?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Fortuna in June?
Yes: about 7.2 in (183 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.2 in (1605 mm).
What should I pack for La Fortuna in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), quick-dry fabrics (90% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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