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Baja California Sur Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Baja California Sur, Mexico in August.

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Planning a journey to Baja California Sur, Mexico this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Baja California Sur in August

Baja California Sur, Mexico is a region in Mexico. August in Baja California Sur generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in El Bedito to 35°C (95°F) in Boca de la Vinorama. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Boca de la Vinorama and 26°C (79°F) in El Bedito. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Baja California Sur, Mexico. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Baja California Sur, Mexico, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pichilnque with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Todos Santos with 90 mm (3.5 in).

Explore Baja California Sur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Baja California Sur — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cabo San Lucas)

January26°C (79°F) February26°C (79°F) March27°C (81°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November30°C (86°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Baja California Sur in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Baja California Sur.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Baja California Sur

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Baja California Sur, Mexico?

Temperature range in Baja California Sur (August)

Precipitation variation in Baja California Sur (August)

Cabo San Lucas

In August Cabo San Lucas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cabo San Lucas →

San José del Cabo

In August San José del Cabo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
217 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in San José del Cabo →

La Paz

In August La Paz generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
271 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in La Paz →

Todos Santos

In August Todos Santos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Todos Santos →

El Pescadero

In August El Pescadero generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in El Pescadero →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Baja California Sur in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cabo San Lucas 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
San José del Cabo 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)
La Paz 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Todos Santos 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
El Pescadero 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Pichilnque 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)

Baja California Sur weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Baja California Sur, Mexico in August?

August in Baja California Sur, Mexico brings unpleasant weather. In Cabo San Lucas, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Baja California Sur, Mexico in August?

In Cabo San Lucas, the average daytime high in August is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Baja California Sur, Mexico get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Cabo San Lucas averages only about 61 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Baja California Sur, Mexico?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cabo San Lucas, August might be a good time to visit Baja California Sur, Mexico.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and December offering mostly perfect weather in Cabo San Lucas. On the other hand, the weather in September tends to be poor.

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