Tamarindo in September
Not the best time
September earns its reputation as the month to avoid. Rock-bottom prices can't compensate for days of relentless rain and limited activities.
Weather
September typically delivers the worst weather of the year. Rain can last all day, roads turn to mud, and some businesses simply shut down for the month. When the sun does peek through, humidity makes everything feel sticky and uncomfortable.
30°C high23°C low20 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$95/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Independence Day (September 15)
September Tips
- •Consider postponing your trip unless you're here for serious budget savings
- •Many hotels close for maintenance this month
- •If you do visit, embrace the rain and book a spa day or cooking class
All Months
December through April means guaranteed sunshine and consistent offshore winds that clean up the surf. This is high season, so expect crowds and prices to match. January and February offer the sweet spot: perfect weather without Christmas chaos. March brings the biggest swells of the dry season. But here's what guidebooks won't tell you: early rainy season (May-June) can be magical. Fewer tourists, green landscapes, and afternoon storms that clear quickly. Just avoid September and October when roads wash out and waves disappear. The transition months of November and late April give you decent weather with shoulder season prices.
Tamarindo Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
9/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
7/10
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