Solola Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Solola, Guatemala in August.

Considering a trip to Solola, Guatemala this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Solola in August

Solola, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. August in Solola generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Santa Cruz La Laguna to 25°C (77°F) in Santiago Atitlán. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Santiago Atitlán and 15°C (59°F) in Santa Cruz La Laguna.

For specific regional insights in Solola, Guatemala, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sololá with an average of 250 mm (9.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Santiago Atitlán with 346 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Panajachel typically sees 185 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Solola by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Solola — and find the best time to visit. (based on Panajachel)

Best Places to Visit in Solola in August

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

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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 Solola

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Solola, Guatemala?

Temperature range in Solola (August)

Precipitation variation in Solola (August)

Panajachel

In August Panajachel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
185 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
260 mm (10 in)
378 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
25 days
Weather conditions

San Antonio Palopó

In August San Antonio Palopó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
185 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
274 mm (11 in)
385 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
25 days
Weather conditions

San Pedro La Laguna

In August San Pedro La Laguna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
185 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
318 mm (13 in)
439 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
25 days
Weather conditions

Santa Cruz La Laguna

In August Santa Cruz La Laguna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
185 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
264 mm (10 in)
389 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
25 days
Weather conditions

San Marcos La Laguna

In August San Marcos La Laguna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
185 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
298 mm (12 in)
424 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
25 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Solola, in Guatemala.

In our records: Guatemala August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Guatemala in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Guatemala brought 276 mm (11 in) in Retalhuleu on August 16, 2008.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Panajachel 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 260 mm (10 in)
San Antonio Palopó 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 274 mm (11 in)
San Pedro La Laguna 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Santa Cruz La Laguna 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 264 mm (10 in)
San Marcos La Laguna 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 298 mm (12 in)
Santa Catarina Palopó 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 267 mm (11 in)

Solola weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Solola, Guatemala in August?

August in Solola, Guatemala brings poor weather. In Panajachel, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Solola, Guatemala in August?

Daytime temperatures in Panajachel peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in August, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Solola, Guatemala get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Panajachel records an average of 260 mm (10 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Solola, Guatemala.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Solola, Guatemala?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Solola, Guatemala with often poor weather in Panajachel.

On average, the best time to visit Solola, Guatemala is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Panajachel. In contrast, May, June, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Solola.

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