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Best time to visit Costa Rica in August 🇨🇷
August in Costa Rica is shoulder season — mixed conditions. a shoulder-season pick — quieter and cheaper, but expect mixed weather or a few closures.
Last updated June 2026
Is August a good time to visit Costa Rica? Quick answer
Workable — shoulder season with mixed conditions.
| Verdict for August | Shoulder season — mixed conditions |
| Peak months overall | January, February, March, April, December |
| Insider tip | Green season has half the prices and a quarter the crowds — most days have only afternoon rain. |
Costa Rica year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Costa Rica are January, February, March, April, December. August is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Costa Rica is like in August
Dec–Apr dry & sunny. May–Nov green season — afternoon rain, lower prices. Caribbean coast on its own schedule (driest Sep–Oct).
Insider tip
Green season has half the prices and a quarter the crowds — most days have only afternoon rain.
Where to go in August instead
Indonesia in August
Endless islands, two seasons.
Georgia in August
Mountain valleys and wine country.
United Kingdom in August
Bring layers — and an umbrella.
Ireland in August
Forty shades of green, always a chance of rain.
Iceland in August
Midnight sun or northern lights — both, never at once.
Norway in August
Fjords in summer, aurora in winter.
FAQs: Costa Rica in August
Is August a good time to visit Costa Rica?
It's a shoulder month: workable but mixed. August in Costa Rica is shoulder season — mixed conditions. Weather varies by region — check the regional breakdown on this page.
What is the weather like in Costa Rica in August?
August weather in Costa Rica varies by region. Dec–Apr dry & sunny. May–Nov green season — afternoon rain, lower prices. Caribbean coast on its own schedule (driest Sep–Oct).
What events or festivals happen in Costa Rica in August?
August is a quieter month for major nationwide festivals in Costa Rica — focus on regional events and seasonal food.
Are flights and hotels cheaper in Costa Rica in August?
Outside the peak months (January, February, March, April, December), prices generally drop and crowds thin out.
Should I book Costa Rica in advance for August?
You can usually book closer to your travel dates in August — supply is plenty and prices stay reasonable.