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San Cristóbal de Las Casas Weather in August

During August, San Cristóbal de Las Casas experiences high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and cooler nights around 15°C (59°F). August sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August

As part of the rainy season, San Cristóbal de Las Casas sees around 17 days of rain in August, with an average of 323 mm (13 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.

Temperature in San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August

San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August gets highs of 26°C (79°F) during the day and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 15°C (59°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August

The city usually sees around 179 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).

August in San Cristóbal de Las Casas has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

San Cristóbal de Las Casas Temperature in August

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
323 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
80%
Sunshine
179 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Cristóbal de Las Casas typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 14°C (57°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

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

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather records for San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for San Cristóbal de Las Casas spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

San Cristóbal de Las Casas historical weather extremes in August

Based on 50 years of weather observations in San Cristóbal de Las Casas between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The warmest day in August was on August 20, 1994, with a maximum of 39°C (102°F).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in August was 18°C (64°F), recorded on August 29, 2002.
  • The coldest night in August in San Cristóbal de Las Casas was on August 5, 1988, with a minimum of 6°C (43°F).

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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 San Cristóbal de Las Casas 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in San Cristóbal de Las Casas in August

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

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

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