When to go · La Fortuna
La Fortuna in April
Great month. Inside La Fortuna's best window: Feb–Apr (driest, best volcano views); Dec–Apr generally.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 31°C88°F / 21°C70°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 9
- Crowds
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
Verdict
GreatBest and avoid months for La Fortuna
Inside La Fortuna's best window: Feb–Apr (driest, best volcano views); Dec–Apr generally.
Weather in April
- La FortunaHighs around 31 °C, lows around 21 °C, rain on about 9 daysHighs around 88 °F, lows around 70 °F, rain on about 9 days
- Northern plains, Costa Rica · La Fortuna, Arenalbest weather
Rain any month; Arenal's cone is often in cloud — mornings are clearest.
Festivals and holidays
Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.
Semana Santa big impact
Mar–Apr (Easter, check) · Costa Rica
Beaches full; alcohol sales limited Thursday–Friday in some cantons; buses reduced.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
- Prices · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
Costa Rica overall: Hottest month in Guanacaste; Easter crowds if late; still dry.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen