Poás Volcano National Park Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in August.

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What to Expect in Poás Volcano National Park in August

Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. August in Poás Volcano National Park generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Poasito.

For specific regional insights in Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Poasito with an average of 301 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Fraijanes with 307 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Poasito, you can expect around 160 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Poás Volcano National Park in August

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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).

Popular Destinations in Poás Volcano National Park

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Poás Volcano National Park (August)

Precipitation variation in Poás Volcano National Park (August)

Poasito

In August Poasito generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
160 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
301 mm (12 in)
355 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Fraijanes

In August Fraijanes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
160 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
307 mm (12 in)
363 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Poás Volcano National Park in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Poasito 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 301 mm (12 in)
Fraijanes 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 307 mm (12 in)

Poás Volcano National Park weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in August?

In August, Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica generally has poor weather conditions. Poasito sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica in August?

In Poasito, the average daytime high in August is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Poasito records an average of 301 mm (12 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Poasito, August may not be the ideal time to visit Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica.

On average, the best time to visit Poás Volcano National Park, Costa Rica is in February and March with generally perfect weather in Poasito. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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