Cancún weather in August (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

Looking to travel to Cancún in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Cancún generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 27°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Cancún in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cancún climate page with graphs.

 

Cancún, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

Where to go in Mexico in August

Find out more about the weather in Mexico in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Cancún in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cancún.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Mexico? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Mexico. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.