Weather in August in Mexico
Planning a trip to Mexico this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Mexico in August?
Mexico offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is pleasant in Toluca at 21°C and very hot in Mexicali at 42°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Mexicali and 9°C in Toluca. In Mexico, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mexico, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tijuana with an average of 0.6 mm to heavy rainfall in Tlayacapan with 458 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Playa del Carmen enjoys close to 220 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a more detailed look at Mexico's conditions throughout the year, check out our Mexico climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Mexico?
Playa del Carmen
In August Playa del Carmen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Mexico City
In August Mexico City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Puerto Peñasco
In August Puerto Peñasco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Cancún
In August Cancún generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Puerto Vallarta
In August Puerto Vallarta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Mexico.
Is August the best time to visit Mexico?
In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Mexico with overall tolerable weather in Playa del Carmen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. On the other hand, the month of October tends to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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