Costa Rica Weather Forecast
Costa Rica weather: 70°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Costa Rica?
Yes - rain is likely in Costa Rica today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 35% of a normal August week (0,9 in against 2,6 in).
16-day forecast for Costa Rica
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 66° | 100% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 67° | 100% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 78° / 68° | 100% · 0,5 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 79° / 68° | 100% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 67° | 95% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 68° | 98% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 66° | 100% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 68° | 99% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 66° | 100% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light showers | 72° / 64° | 100% · 0,7 in | 7 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 74° / 66° | 100% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 66° | 100% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 66° | 100% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 67° | 100% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 67° | 100% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 78° / 65° | 100% · 2,5 in | 7 mph | 7 |
What this means for Costa Rica
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is in line with the 78°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 36°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 9.9281, -84.0907. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Costa Rica right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Costa Rica, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Costa Rica in?
Costa Rica observes America/Costa_Rica (UTC-06:00). The local time is 10:36 PM.
How many people live in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has a population of approximately 5.2 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 10:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
