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Rivas Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Rivas in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Rivas in August

As part of the rainy season, Rivas sees around 24 days of rain in August, with an average of 551 mm (22 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.

Temperature in Rivas in August

Expect highs of 24°C (75°F) in Rivas in August, with nights dropping to around 16°C (61°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Rivas in August

The area enjoys a balanced 152 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Rivas. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Rivas Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 551 mm (22 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 152 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica 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).

What to Wear in Rivas in August

For Rivas in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Rivas in August

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