Temperature in Riviera Maya in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Riviera Maya, Mexico this August.

Riviera Maya, Mexico, a region in Mexico, typically experiences very warm weather in August, with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Playa del Carmen. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Riviera Maya, Mexico. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Riviera Maya, Mexico in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in Riviera Maya. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Riviera Maya in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Riviera Maya temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Riviera Maya, Mexico in August?

Playa del Carmen averages a daytime high of 31°C (88°F) in August, which is very high for Riviera Maya, Mexico.

How cold does it get at night in Riviera Maya, Mexico in August?

Average overnight lows in Riviera Maya, Mexico during August sit near 26°C (79°F) in Playa del Carmen.

How much sun does Riviera Maya, Mexico get in August?

Playa del Carmen usually sees around 220 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Playa del Carmen this month, warm, bath-like water that stays very comfortable for a long swim.

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