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Playa Hermosa weather in August (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

How does the August weather in Playa Hermosa compare to other months? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Playa Hermosa usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C.

Precipitation

Playa Hermosa in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 662 mm for the month. Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. Climate data suggests that about 22 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 158 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Playa Hermosa. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Playa Hermosa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 662 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 158 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (49 KM, 30 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.

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