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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.
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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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).
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.
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Costa Rica in February: Pacific or Caribbean Coast?
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