Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
May
Wetter weather patterns begin to sweep across the country in May, which
begins the county's low season and discounted prices. Good bargains and
reasonably good weather make it an excellent season for budget travel.
Día de San Isidro Labrador
An opportunity to taste the bounty of the surrounding region (wherever you are in Costa
Rica, but particularly in any town or village called San Isidro), this is one of the nation's
largest agricultural fairs. It takes place on May 15.
June
The Pacific coast gets fairly wet during June, though this makes for good
surfing swells. The beginning of the so-called green season, this time of
year has lots of discounted rates.
Día de San Pedro & San Pablo
Celebrations with religious processions are held in villages of the same name on June 29.
July
July is mostly wet, particularly on the Caribbean coast, but the month also
occasionally enjoys a brief dry period that Ticos call
veranillo
(summer). Ex-
pect rain, particularly late in the day.
Fiesta de la Virgen del Mar
Held in Puntarenas and Playa del Coco, this party involves colorful, brightly lit regattas
and boat parades. It's held on the Saturday closest to 16 July.
