Alajuela weather in August (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

Is Alajuela a good destination in August, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Alajuela includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 26°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Alajuela in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 353 mm for the month. Expect around 24 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 160 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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 Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 353 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage 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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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