August weather forecast
Alajuela, Costa Rica

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Weather in August

The climate of Alajuela, Costa Rica, stays on a relatively steady course in August. The statistics for maximum and minimum temperatures do not exhibit much of a swing from July's figures. A slight dip in daylight hours and a constant UV Index point to a persistence of the rainy season. The relative humidity remains on the higher side, corroborating the continued prevalence of wet conditions. While August sees a rise in rainfall to round 336mm (13.23") falling over roughly 28.8 days, it also witnesses a decrease in wind speed.

Temperature

August's presence in Alajuela, Costa Rica, marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F), subtly varied from July's 24.8°C (76.6°F). Alajuela encounters an average low-temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) during August nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Alajuela is 87%.

Rainfall

In Alajuela, in August, during 28.8 rainfall days, 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alajuela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.5 days and collects up to 2506mm (98.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alajuela, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:47 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Alajuela is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Alajuela?

The high-temperature, in August, in Alajuela, records 24.9°C (76.8°F), while the low-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Alajuela?

The average relative humidity in August in Alajuela is 87%.

How many days does it rain in August in Alajuela?

In Alajuela, Costa Rica, in August, during 28.8 rainfall days, 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Alajuela?

In August, the average day length is 12h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Alajuela?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:47 CST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Alajuela?

The average sunshine duration in August in Alajuela, Costa Rica, is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alajuela?

January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Alajuela?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Alajuela is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average temperature in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average pressure in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in August: 5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average humidity in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in August: 336mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (421mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average UV index in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in August
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average visibility in August - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

Alajuela, Costa Rica

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