Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Monteverde in February
Monteverde sees its driest month, with just 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain, highs of 74°F (24°C) and lows of 56°F (13°C).
At 91/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What February feels like
Warm afternoons near 74°F (24°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (13°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
Plan around February
February is one of Monteverde's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from January (90 → 91/100).
- February sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes74°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Monteverde in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
Higher, less-crowded cloud forest.
Why now February scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Don Juan Coffee Tour
Coffee, chocolate and sugarcane farm tour.
Monteverde Cheese Factory
Dairy shop selling cheese and ice cream.
Curi-Cancha Reserve
Private reserve good for birding.
Why now Highs near 74°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Café Caburé
Chocolatier and cafe.
Nearby in February
- La Fortuna in February~16 mi · highs 83°F, 0.9 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Manuel Antonio in February~78 mi · highs 87°F, 1.1 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~381 m to Monteverde's ~1,373 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.
Monteverde in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Monteverde?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. February is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is Monteverde in February?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Monteverde in February?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.8 in (1443 mm).
What should I pack for Monteverde in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Monteverde
Routes in season in February
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning Monteverde in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.