February · Costa Rica
Best time to visit Tamarindo in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tamarindo in February
Average temperature 28°C, 4 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Tamarindo scores 9.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 28°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tamarindo is Guanacaste's surf-and-sunset beach town with leatherback nesting and estuary wildlife nearby. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
February in Tamarindo — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
February averages 28°C (83°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Tamarindo (2nd of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tamarindo in February?
- In February, Tamarindo averages 28°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Tamarindo?
- February earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tamarindo in February?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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