August weather forecast
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

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Weather in August

In its eighth month, Santa Ana experiences typical rainy season conditions with minor differences from the previous month. Compared to July, August sees a slight decrease in temperature and a small increase in rainfall. The consistent cloudy conditions and regulated pressure levels attribute to a steady weather pattern that Santa Ana is familiar with. Temperatures in August vary from 17.6°C (63.7°F) to 24.9°C (76.8°F) and the city experiences a rainfall height of 348mm (13.7") over 28.8 days. Notwithstanding the drizzles, the sun makes its presence known through prevalent sunshine hours.

Temperature

The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F), aligning closely with July. Santa Ana records an average nighttime low of 17.6°C (63.7°F) in August.

Humidity

In Santa Ana, the average relative humidity in August is 87%.

Rainfall

In Santa Ana, during August, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 348mm (13.7") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Ana, there are 289.2 rainfall days, and 2603mm (102.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Santa Ana 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, in Santa Ana, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Santa Ana is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Ana are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Santa Ana in August?

Santa Ana in August has an average high-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.6°C (63.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in April is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Santa Ana?

In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Santa Ana in August?

In August, the rain falls for 28.8 days. Throughout August, 348mm (13.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Ana have in August?

In August, the average day length in Santa Ana, Costa Rica, is 12h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Santa Ana?

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 Santa Ana, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Ana have in August?

In Santa Ana, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Ana?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Santa Ana?

In Santa Ana, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average temperature in August - Santa Ana, 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 (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average pressure in August - Santa Ana, 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
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in August - Santa Ana, 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
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average humidity in August - Santa Ana, 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
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in August - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in August: 348mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (429mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in August - Santa Ana, 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 (11.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santa Ana, 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 5min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

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

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average UV index in August - Santa Ana, 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
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in August - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in August
Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Average visibility in August - Santa Ana, 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).

Santa Ana, Costa Rica

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