Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Manuel Antonio in February
Manuel Antonio sees its driest month, with just 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain, highs of 87°F (30°C) and lows of 78°F (25°C).
At 84/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (29 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What February feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (25°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain.
Plan around February
February is one of Manuel Antonio's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in January to 84/100.
- February sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Manuel Antonio in February
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Rainmaker Conservation Project
Rainforest reserve with bridges.
Why now February scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Biesanz
Sheltered cove for snorkeling.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 1.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Marina Pez Vela
Quepos marina with restaurants.
Planet Dolphin catamaran
Sunset catamaran tour.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in February
- Monteverde in February~78 mi · highs 74°F, 0.4 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
- La Fortuna in February~82 mi · highs 83°F, 0.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~264 m to Manuel Antonio's ~108 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.
Manuel Antonio in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Manuel Antonio?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is Manuel Antonio in February?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 78°F (25°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Manuel Antonio in February?
Not much: about 1.1 in (29 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 90.1 in (2288 mm).
What should I pack for Manuel Antonio in February?
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) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Manuel Antonio
Routes in season in February
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning Manuel Antonio in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.