Michoacan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Michoacan, Mexico in August.

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Morelia Pátzcuaro Los Azufres Uruapan del Progreso

Thinking about venturing to Michoacan, Mexico this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Michoacan in August

Michoacan, Mexico is a region in Mexico. August in Michoacan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Tlalpujahua de Rayón at 23°C (73°F) and very warm in Lázaro Cárdenas at 31°C (88°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Lázaro Cárdenas and 12°C (54°F) in Tlalpujahua de Rayón.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Morelia with an average of 170 mm (6.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Zitácuaro with 391 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Morelia sees around 201 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Michoacan in August

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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 Michoacan

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

Temperature range in Michoacan (August)

Precipitation variation in Michoacan (August)

Morelia

In August Morelia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
201 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Morelia →

Pátzcuaro

In August Pátzcuaro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
201 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
363 mm (14 in)
348 mm (14 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pátzcuaro →

Los Azufres

In August Los Azufres generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
201 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
390 mm (15 in)
339 mm (13 in)
292 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Los Azufres →

Uruapan del Progreso

In August Uruapan del Progreso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
342 mm (13 in)
348 mm (14 in)
338 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Uruapan del Progreso →

Zirahuén

In August Zirahuén generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
201 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
385 mm (15 in)
385 mm (15 in)
357 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zirahuén →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Michoacan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morelia 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Pátzcuaro 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 348 mm (14 in)
Los Azufres 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 339 mm (13 in)
Uruapan del Progreso 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 348 mm (14 in)
Zirahuén 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 385 mm (15 in)
Lázaro Cárdenas 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 254 mm (10 in)

Michoacan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Michoacan, Mexico in August?

August in Michoacan, Mexico brings pleasant weather. In Morelia, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Michoacan, Mexico in August?

Daytime temperatures in Morelia peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in August, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Michoacan, Mexico get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Michoacan, Mexico, with Morelia averaging around 170 mm (6.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Michoacan, Mexico?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Morelia, August might be a good time to visit Michoacan, Mexico. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Michoacan, Mexico is in January, February, March, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Morelia. On the other hand, the month of May tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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