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Playa Grande weather in August (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

What does the weather outlook for Playa Grande look like in August? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

In August, Playa Grande usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 25°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Playa Grande in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 241 mm for the month. Typically around 21 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 183 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Playa Grande. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Playa Grande, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 241 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (56 KM, 35 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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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