When to go · La Fortuna
La Fortuna in August
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Feb–Apr (driest, best volcano views); Dec–Apr generally). Across Costa Rica: Humpback whales off Uvita (Aug–Oct); rain most afternoons.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 29°C84°F / 21°C70°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 20
- Crowds
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
Verdict
MixedCosta Rica month rating
Outside the best window (Feb–Apr (driest, best volcano views); Dec–Apr generally). Across Costa Rica: Humpback whales off Uvita (Aug–Oct); rain most afternoons.
Weather in August
- La FortunaHighs around 29 °C, lows around 21 °C, rain on about 20 daysHighs around 84 °F, lows around 70 °F, rain on about 20 days
- Northern plains, Costa Rica · La Fortuna, Arenalrainy
Rain any month; Arenal's cone is often in cloud — mornings are clearest.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
- Prices · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
Costa Rica overall: Humpback whales off Uvita (Aug–Oct); rain most afternoons.
What to pack
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast