Playa Grande weather in August (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Playa Grande in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Playa Grande generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

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

The city usually sees around 183 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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 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 Playa Grande 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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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