Puntarenas weather in August (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

How is the weather in Puntarenas in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Puntarenas generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Puntarenas in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 398 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 22 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Puntarenas. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puntarenas climate page with graphs.

 

Puntarenas, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 398 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Costa Rica in August

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Puntarenas in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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