Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
La Fortuna in March
La Fortuna edges warmer than February, with highs of 87°F (30°C), lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain.
At 76/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (26 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What March feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 69°F (21°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain.
Plan around March
March is one of La Fortuna's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 64/100.
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in February to 76/100.
- March sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in La Fortuna in March
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Arenal 1968
Private reserve with lava-field trails and lake views.
Why now March scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
La Fortuna Waterfall
70-meter waterfall reached by about 500 steps.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 1.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Volcano-fed hot springs running through landscaped rainforest.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Soda Viquez
Local soda serving casados and gallo pinto.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in March
- Monteverde in March~16 mi · highs 79°F, 0.4 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Manuel Antonio in March~82 mi · highs 88°F, 1.5 in rain · 1°C (2°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit La Fortuna?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 76/100. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain. March is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is La Fortuna in March?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Fortuna in March?
Not much: about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.2 in (1605 mm).
What should I pack for La Fortuna in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on La Fortuna
Routes in season in March
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning La Fortuna in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.