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Playa del Carmen weather in August (Quintana Roo, Mexico)

How does the weather in Playa del Carmen usually fare in August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Playa del Carmen includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 31°C. At night, it falls to around 26°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this warm month.

Precipitation

Playa del Carmen in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 13 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 220 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Playa del Carmen, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mexico in August

Find out more about the weather in Mexico and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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