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Nicoya weather in August (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

Will it be warm or cold in Nicoya this August? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Nicoya includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 32°C. At night, they generally drop to 23°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Nicoya in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 315 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 22 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Nicoya. January typically offers the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nicoya, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 315 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (54 KM, 33 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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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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