Climate: The north has a hot, tropical climate with rain distributed throughout the year but with a wetter period between May-Oct. The west and south is mountainous and has a more moderate rainfall and a distinct dry season between Nov-Apr. The Pacific coast has occasional squalls, although rainfall tends to be heavier and temperatures higher during the day.
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Clothing: Lightweights or tropicals. Jacket or light woollens for night, heavier clothing from Nov-Feb.