☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 27°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 27°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Costa Rica in August has an average air temperature of 27°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 5 hours of sunshine per day and 210mm of rainfall, which means very heavy rainfall — this is the wet season.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 5 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Costa Rica is one of the top warm destinations for August holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Costa Rica stacks up against similar destinations in August:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 27°C | 28°C | 210mm | 5h |
| Amalfi Coast | 27°C | 27°C | 15mm | 10h |
| Bali | 27°C | 27°C | 30mm | 9h |
| Bora Bora | 27°C | 27°C | 50mm | 8h |
| Diani Beach | 27°C | 25°C | 40mm | 7h |
| Dubrovnik | 27°C | 26°C | 30mm | 11h |
See how Costa Rica's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Costa Rica in August has average temperatures of 27°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
August is an excellent time to visit Costa Rica with warm weather and 5 hours of daily sunshine.
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