Gandoca weather in August (Costa Rica)

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

In August, Gandoca generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Gandoca in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 372 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 23 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 146 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Gandoca, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 372 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 146 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Limon, Costa Rica (69 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in August

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Gandoca 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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