Grecia weather in August (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

How is the weather in Grecia in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Grecia generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Grecia in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 342 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 23 days of rain.

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 Grecia. January, February, March and April typically offer 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 Grecia climate page with graphs.

 

Grecia, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 342 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (29 KM, 18 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 Grecia 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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