August weather forecast
San José, Costa Rica

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Skyscape of San José, Costa Rica in the evening sun
Skyscape of San José, Costa Rica in the evening sun

Weather in August

August in San José sees an unhurried decline in both temperature and precipitation levels. Rainfall volume observes only a slight margin of change from its July measure, underlining the persisting downpours. In spite of the extended wet season, the landscapes remain vivid and refreshing, presenting a captivating synergy of subtropical weather patterns.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, San José's high-temperatures register at a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F), maintaining the same temperature as the preceding month. During August, San José's temperature averages to a mild 15.8°C (60.4°F) at night.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 29.2 days. Throughout August, 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 287.8 rainfall days, and 2585mm (101.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

Sunshine

In San José, Costa Rica, the average sunshine in August is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in San José are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in San José. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in San José?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in San José are 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 15.8°C (60.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in San José?

The average relative humidity in August in San José is 89%.

How many days does it rain in August in San José?

In San José, Costa Rica, during August, the rain falls for 29.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 339mm (13.35") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does San José have in August?

In San José, the average day length in August is 12h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in San José?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in San José, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:45 CST.

How long on average sun shines in August in San José?

In San José, Costa Rica, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in San José?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in San José, Costa Rica.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San José?

The months with the lowest UV index in San José are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in San José?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in San José, Costa Rica, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average temperature in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (26°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°C).

Average pressure in August
San José, Costa Rica

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average humidity in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in August: 339mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (438mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

Average rainfall days in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in August: 29.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.1 days).

Average UV index in August
San José, Costa Rica

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
San José, Costa Rica

Average visibility in August - San José, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in August: 6km

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

San José, Costa Rica

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