Mexico City weather in August (Mexico DF, Mexico)
How is the weather in Mexico City in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In August, Mexico City generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 23°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.
Mexico City in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 203 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Typically around 19 days of rainfall is expected.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 176 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Mexico City. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mexico City climate page with graphs.
Mexico City, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
203 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
69%
Sunshine
176 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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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So, what should you wear in Mexico City in August?
For visitors traveling to Mexico City, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
Interested in more climate information?
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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.
