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Paraíso Weather in August

Paraíso in August sees high temperatures, with highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 335 mm (13 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in Paraíso in August

As part of the rainy season, Paraíso sees around 24 days of rain in August, with an average of 335 mm (13 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.

Temperature in Paraíso in August

Temperatures in Paraíso in August top out at 23°C (73°F) and drop to 15°C (59°F) overnight. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights drop to around 15°C (59°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Paraíso in August

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 160 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

August in Paraíso can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Paraíso Temperature in August

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
335 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
160 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Paraíso in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Paraíso in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10

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