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La Ceiba Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 23°C (73°F), August in La Ceiba brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that August is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in La Ceiba in August

As part of the rainy season, La Ceiba sees around 20 days of rain in August, with an average of 177 mm (7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in La Ceiba in August

La Ceiba in August gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With lows around 23°C (73°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in La Ceiba in August

With approximately 219 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

Wind Speed in La Ceiba in August

Average wind speeds reach 3 m/s (6 knots) in August, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.

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La Ceiba Temperature in August

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
177 mm (7 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
80%
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots)
Sunshine
219 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

43-year average (1977-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in La Ceiba typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

43-year average (1977-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather records for La Ceiba in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for La Ceiba spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

La Ceiba historical weather extremes in August

Based on weather observations in La Ceiba between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.

  • The hottest August day on record in La Ceiba reached 39°C (102°F) (August 23, 2017).
  • The coldest August day was on August 3, 2016, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
  • The coldest night in August in La Ceiba was on August 17, 2006, with a minimum of 19°C (66°F).
  • The wettest day in August La Ceiba was on August 24, 2023 with 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in La Ceiba in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in La Ceiba in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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