Dominical Weather in August
Dominical in August sees high temperatures, with highs around 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 997 mm (39 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Dominical in August
Dominical is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 997 mm (39 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Dominical in August
In August, Dominical sees high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 23°C (73°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.
Sunshine in Dominical in August
The city usually sees around 152 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Dominical.
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Dominical Temperature in August
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
997 mm (39 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
152 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for Dominical in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dominical spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Dominical historical weather extremes in August
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Dominical.
- Dominical recorded its highest August temperature of 26°C (79°F) on August 4, 2023.
- On August 26, 2020, Dominical saw its coldest August day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 19°C (66°F) (August 16, 2008).
- The wettest August day on record brought 204 mm (8 in) of precipitation to Dominical (August 6, 2024).
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What to Wear in Dominical in August
Warm but pleasant conditions in Dominical in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.What To Do in Dominical in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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