Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Costa Rica, Mexico, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (76°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (64°F). Typically, the humidity level in Costa Rica throughout August hovers around 82%.
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In August, Costa Rica averages 137 mm (5.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Costa Rica reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||