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Manuel Antonio offers expats an immersive rainforest and beach lifestyle, ideal for those seeking daily encounters with nature and a genuinely relaxed pace. You'll find a generally safe environment with accessible healthcare options, though navigating daily life often benefits from personal transport beyond the local public services.
While the natural beauty is unparalleled, its popularity as a destination means some services cater to tourists, and costs can reflect that. It's a place to truly embrace the Pura Vida amidst stunning biodiversity, requiring a willingness to trade urban conveniences for natural splendor.
Manuel Antonio has a tropical monsoon climate with warm temperatures year-round, a pronounced dry season from December to April, and a wet season from May to November. Long-term climate data show consistently high humidity and very heavy annual rainfall, with the rainiest months typically in September and October.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
25°C
Climate Type
Tropical Monsoon
Rainy Days
180
Sunny Days
120
Humidity
84%
Spring
March - May
26-29°C
Hot and increasingly wet conditions develop through spring, especially from late April into May. March and April are among the drier and sunnier months before the rainy season strengthens.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
25-28°C
Summer is warm, humid, and regularly rainy, with afternoon and evening showers common. Even during this wetter period, temperatures remain steady and coastal conditions stay tropical.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
25-27°C
Autumn is the wettest part of the year, with frequent heavy rainfall and lush vegetation. Sunshine is limited, and October is typically the peak month for precipitation.
Very High rainfall
Winter
December - February
25-28°C
Winter is the driest and sunniest season, making it the best time for beach travel and outdoor activities. Humidity remains high, but rainfall drops sharply compared with the rest of the year.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Manuel Antonio
Advantages
Manuel Antonio
World-class national park
Pristine beach access
Tropical biodiversity hotspot
Tight-knit expat community
Adventure tourism hub
Disadvantages
Manuel Antonio
Limited job opportunities locally
High seasonal tourism fluctuations
No coworking spaces available
Expensive housing market
Poor road infrastructure quality
Safety & Security in Manuel Antonio
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Costa Rica Avg
56
North America Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Manuel Antonio to Costa Rica averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Manuel Antonio
Costa Rica Average
No city-specific data available — showing Costa Rica country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 84/100
No data for Manuel Antonio — showing hazard indicators from nearby San Jose (~60 km).
