When to go to Monteverde and the cloud forest
December - April
The best months for bird watching fall between February to April, with this period also offering the best weather conditions. Temperatures reach highs of 26 - 29°C and rainfall lessens during December and January. March is the driest month. This is a great time to visit for music lovers, as the Monterverde music festival usually begins in February.
30°C Average max daytime temperature
19°C Average min nighttime temperature
7 days per season rainfall
High humidity

May - November
The ‘green season’ begins in May, when the rainfall grows heavier and reaches its peak in September and October. Pleasant temperatures of 26°C during the day and fewer visitors mean this can still be an excellent time to take in the lush vegetation of the region.
29°C Average max daytime temperature
19°C Average min nighttime temperature
19 days per season rainfall
High humidity

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