Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Monteverde in September
Little changes in Monteverde from August: highs stay near 71°F (22°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), and about 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 60°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 9.9 in (252 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 71°F (22°C).
Lows average 60°F (15°C).
It's a very wet month, with around 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
Plan around September
September is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are December – April.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 69°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, August – October.
- Comfort slips from 54/100 in August to 44/100.
- Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Monteverde in September
With 9.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Monteverde Cheese Factory
Dairy shop selling cheese and ice cream.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.9 in of rain.
Tree House Restaurant
Restaurant built around a fig tree.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter September days.
Selvatura Park
Canopy zipline and hanging bridges.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Cloud-forest reserve with quetzal habitat.
Nearby in September
- La Fortuna in September~16 mi · highs 83°F, 9.2 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, drier
- Manuel Antonio in September~78 mi · highs 82°F, 11.6 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Monteverde?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are December – April. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain. Our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends Dec – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Monteverde in September?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 60°F (15°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Monteverde in September?
Yes: about 9.9 in (252 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.8 in (1443 mm).
What should I pack for Monteverde in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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