Alajuela weather in August (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

Planning a trip to Alajuela in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Alajuela generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Alajuela in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 353 mm for the month. Typically around 24 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 160 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Alajuela. January, February, March and April typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Alajuela, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 353 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (17 KM, 11 Miles).

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 Alajuela 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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