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Platanillo weather in August (Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Platanillo in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Platanillo typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C.

Platanillo in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 903 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 23 days.

The city usually sees around 152 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 Platanillo. February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Platanillo, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 903 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 152 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 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 Platanillo 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.

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