ERA5 · Tamarindo
Pacific dry-season start through the year.
Daytime highNighttime low°C
ERA5 via Open-Meteo Historical Weather API · ERA5 grid near Tamarindo · 2015–2024.
North Pacific · Costa Rica
Guanacaste in July
Green-season Pacific with a possible midyear lull in rain, never a guarantee.
July falls within Costa Rica's green season on the Pacific side, but a midyear lull in rainfall can occur. It varies by region and year; plan flexible mornings and check local roads before choosing a longer drive.
- Daytime high
- 31°ERA5 grid · Tamarindo
- Nighttime
- 25°ERA5 grid · Tamarindo
- Wet days
- 22days with ≥1 mm/day
- Relative budget
- Moderate
- July timing
- Green season with a possible veranilloAfternoon rain and changing road conditions remain possible.
Weather: ERA5 via Open-Meteo Historical Weather API · ERA5 grid near Tamarindo · 2015–2024. Not a forecast. See the annual view
July in context
The weather & the season
See where July sits, then plan for your exact week.
31°July high
Travel seasons
July in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanPacific dry-season start
FebDry season
MarDry season
AprDry season
MayGreen season
JunGreen season
JulGreen season
AugGreen season
SepGreen season
OctGreen season
NovTransition
DecTransition
Qualitative season labels based on the cited official destination guidance. They are not visitor counts, occupancy, a crowd score or a forecast.
Plan for regional differences
Costa Rica's tourism board describes a relative July-August decrease in Pacific rain, known as veranillo, while the Caribbean has a different rainfall pattern.
Visit Costa Rica · climateMonthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33° | 24° | 0.7 |
| Feb | 33° | 24° | 0.5 |
| Mar | 34° | 25° | 1.3 |
| Apr | 34° | 26° | 10.7 |
| May | 32° | 26° | 24.6 |
| Jun | 31° | 25° | 26.1 |
| Jul | 31° | 25° | 22.4 |
| Aug | 31° | 25° | 25.4 |
| Sep | 31° | 25° | 28.7 |
| Oct | 30° | 25° | 28.4 |
| Nov | 30° | 24° | 18 |
| Dec | 32° | 24° | 4 |
Monthly means calculated from daily ERA5 reanalysis at the cited grid point for 2015–2024. Highs and lows are monthly means of daily maximum and minimum temperature. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm; monthly counts were averaged across ten complete years. These are planning averages, not a forecast. Qualitative season labels based on the cited official destination guidance. They are not visitor counts, occupancy, a crowd score or a forecast.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
Guanacaste area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
Tamarindo has surf and services; Playa Hermosa is quieter and near Liberia airport; Papagayo is a resort peninsula with longer transfers.
Guanacaste at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Representative area centres, not hotel entrances. Coastlines are generalized and do not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain coastline
A social beach base with easy meals and lessons.
A lively surf town with restaurants and tour operators.- Beach & water
- Surf breaks vary by tide and swell; use local instruction.
- Day to day
- Walk the town; use shuttles or a rental car for farther beaches.
- July trade-off
- A developed Guanacaste beach town works for a flexible surf-and-coast stay; check surf and road conditions after rain.
A quieter beach stay with nearby day trips.
A smaller beach settlement near the Gulf of Papagayo.- Beach & water
- Calmer bay conditions than exposed beaches are possible, not guaranteed.
- Day to day
- Taxi or car for restaurants and excursions; check airport transfer.
- July trade-off
- A quieter Guanacaste base for beach time, with restaurants and services spread along the coast.
A resort-led trip with organised excursions.
Resorts and coves sit across a broad peninsula.- Beach & water
- Beach access and activities depend on the property and cove.
- Day to day
- Plan transfers between resorts, Liberia and other towns.
- July trade-off
- A resort peninsula suits a contained stay; allow for longer transfers to towns and inland excursions.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a July stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · TamarindoTown-centre hotel beside Tamarindo Beach.1 Tamarindo · Surf town
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
A central Tamarindo location makes it easy to adjust between town, beach and surf.
- Multiple outdoor pools listed; ask whether any pool is heated.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Lively central position; compare room location and festive supplements.
July details & sources
Ask about the room wing and nighttime noise if you are a light sleeper.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Tamarindo Diria Beach ResortArea view · Playa HermosaForested beachfront2 Playa Hermosa · Beach village
Hotel Bosque del Mar
A Playa Hermosa base suits a quieter beach stay with a short drive for more dining choice.
- Pool and beach setting listed; confirm seasonal conditions.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Quieter location; dining and transport choices are limited nearby.
July details & sources
Confirm restaurant hours and transfer options if you are not renting a car.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Hotel Bosque del MarArea view · Papagayo PeninsulaPapagayo peninsula resort3 Papagayo Peninsula · Resort peninsula
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo
A Papagayo resort stay suits guests who want most of the trip within the peninsula.
- Pools and beach access listed; room package and facilities vary.
- Travellers choosing this area for its setting and facilities
Resort pricing and transfer time; check holiday meal terms.
July details & sources
Check transfer time and included dining or transport when comparing the resort with town-based stays.
The checked official page does not state a December water temperature. Confirm access and temperature with the hotel if swimming is central to the trip.
Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula PapagayoEditorial hotel positioning, not live rates. Compare dates, room category, taxes, meal plans, transfers and holiday supplements. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before Guanacaste
Entry rules, health advice and cover depend on your passport, route and planned activities. Check primary sources close to departure.
Passport & visa
Depends on nationality
Entry permission depends on nationality, onward travel and current rules. Check Costa Rica immigration and consular guidance for the passport you will use.
Health preparation
Route and personal health matter
Yellow-fever proof applies to some arrival routes from risk countries. Review current health advice and routine vaccines with a clinician.
Travel advice & insurance
Check your itinerary
Read travel advice for road safety, weather and local conditions. Insure medical care, evacuation and any adventure activities.
Check your passport, route and entry permission
Rules can differ by nationality, travel purpose and transit history. Confirm the requirements for your passport before booking and again before departure.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few July questions
July's rainfall lull is a possibility, while local conditions remain regional.
Is July a good time to visit Costa Rica?
It is green season, with a possible veranillo lull in Pacific rainfall. Rain remains possible and conditions differ by region, so build in flexibility.
Is Guanacaste dry in July?
Guanacaste is on the Pacific side, where July can bring a relative decrease in rain. It is not a guarantee of dry weather; check the forecast close to travel.
Should I visit the Caribbean coast instead?
The Caribbean has different rainfall patterns from the Pacific. Choose based on the activities and places you want, not a single country-wide forecast.
Can I drive after afternoon rain?
Road conditions vary, especially outside main routes. Check official local advisories, avoid rushing and ask your accommodation about current access.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Guanacaste · official destination information
- Visit Costa Rica · climate
- Costa Rica Tourism Board · when to visit
- ERA5 climate data · Open-Meteo Historical Weather API
- Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort · official hotel
- Hotel Bosque del Mar · official hotel
- Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo · official hotel
- Costa Rica Immigration · entry requirements
- CDC · Costa Rica health
- UK FCDO · Costa Rica advice
- Visit Costa Rica · best times to visit
- Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo · official
- Guanacaste · official destination information
- Guanacaste · official destination information
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