End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Monteverde in November
This is the coldest month in Monteverde: highs average 69°F (21°C) and lows 58°F (14°C), with about 5.2 in (132 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 73/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 5.2 in (132 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 69°F (21°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 58°F (14°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.2 in (132 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are December – April.
- Comfort improves from 57/100 in October to 73/100.
- Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Monteverde in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
Higher, less-crowded cloud forest.
Why now November scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Curi-Cancha Reserve
Private reserve good for birding.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 5.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Selvatura Park
Canopy zipline and hanging bridges.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Kinkajou Night Walk
Guided night walk.
Café Caburé
Chocolatier and cafe.
Nearby in November
- La Fortuna in November~16 mi · highs 81°F, 7.0 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Manuel Antonio in November~78 mi · highs 82°F, 9.3 in rain · 7°C (13°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Monteverde?
It's middling, scoring 73/100. The best months are December – April, at up to 93. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 5.2 in (132 mm) of rain. Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Monteverde in November?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Monteverde in November?
Yes: about 5.2 in (132 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.8 in (1443 mm).
What should I pack for Monteverde in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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