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Weather in August in Quintana Roo

Are you planning a trip a to Quintana Roo in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like in Quintana Roo in August?

Quintana Roo is a region in Mexico. August in Quintana Roo generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Xcalak to 34°C in Cobá. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Cobá and 27°C in Xcalak. In Quintana Roo, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Holbox Island with an average of 62 mm to heavy rainfall in Chetumal with 168 mm.

Average sunshine

The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 220 hours of sunshine in Playa del Carmen. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Quintana Roo in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Quintana Roo climate page.

Where to go in Quintana Roo in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Quintana Roo on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Quintana Roo?

Playa del Carmen

In August Playa del Carmen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Playa del Carmen
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<<   July July
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31°C 
26°C 
220 hours 
98 mm 
12 days 
31°C 
26°C 
220 hours 
122 mm 
13 days 
31°C 
26°C 
202 hours 
195 mm 
15 days 
Climate in Playa del Carmen

Cancún

In August Cancún generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Cancún
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<<   July July
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31°C 
27°C 
90 mm 
12 days 
31°C 
27°C 
116 mm 
13 days 
30°C 
26°C 
192 mm 
14 days 
Climate in Cancún

Tulum

In August Tulum generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Tulum
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<<   July July
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31°C 
26°C 
220 hours 
106 mm 
13 days 
31°C 
26°C 
220 hours 
134 mm 
13 days 
31°C 
26°C 
202 hours 
203 mm 
15 days 
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Climate in Tulum

Puerto Morelos

In August Puerto Morelos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Puerto Morelos
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<<   July July
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31°C 
27°C 
220 hours 
89 mm 
12 days 
31°C 
27°C 
220 hours 
112 mm 
13 days 
31°C 
26°C 
202 hours 
187 mm 
15 days 
Climate in Puerto Morelos

Cozumel

In August Cozumel generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Cozumel
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<<   July July
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30°C 
27°C 
220 hours 
91 mm 
12 days 
30°C 
27°C 
220 hours 
115 mm 
13 days 
30°C 
27°C 
202 hours 
193 mm 
15 days 
Climate in Cozumel

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Quintana Roo, in Mexico.

Is August the best time to visit Quintana Roo?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Playa del Carmen, August might be a good time to visit Quintana Roo.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. The weather in October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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