Puerto Escondido weather in August (Oaxaca, Mexico)

Looking to travel to Puerto Escondido in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Puerto Escondido typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Puerto Escondido in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 379 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 208 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Puerto Escondido. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Puerto Escondido, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 379 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Mazunte, Mexico (58 KM, 36 Miles).

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 Puerto Escondido 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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