Twelve different life zones are found here including the humid tropical rainforests, tropical cloud forests, tropical dry forests, and tropical wetlands. These life zones support the animals we hope to see. Sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, tapirs, jaguars, coatis, armadillos, and otters are only a few of the 200 species of mammals recorded in the country. Combine this with the thousands of species of butterflies, amphibians, plants, and trees and it is easy to see why some naturalists never come home. Climate Costa Rica is famous for its tropical climate.
Temperatures change with elevation rather than season.
Coastal areas are in the 80s while the mountains can dip into the 50s and 60s. The ocean water temperature in Costa Rica is in the high 70s all year round. 75 Cahuita 82 Travel to Costa Rica Costa Rica is a comfortable place for visitors. Unlike some countries where open season has been declared upon tourists, here you will find yourself treated as a welcome guest. Help keep it that way by showing respect and courtesy in dealing with the locals.