Sonora Weather in August

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

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Puerto Peñasco Hermosillo Nogales Álamos

Considering a trip to Sonora, Mexico 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 Sonora in August

Sonora, Mexico is a region in Mexico. August in Sonora generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Nogales at 33°C (91°F) and very hot in Hermosillo at 39°C (102°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Hermosillo and 18°C (64°F) in Nogales. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Sonora, Mexico. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Sonora, Mexico, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto Peñasco with an average of 7.4 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Álamos with 174 mm (6.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Sonora 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 Sonora

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

Temperature range in Sonora (August)

Precipitation variation in Sonora (August)

Puerto Peñasco

In August Puerto Peñasco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Puerto Peñasco →

Hermosillo

In August Hermosillo generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
282 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hermosillo →

Nogales

In August Nogales generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nogales →

Álamos

In August Álamos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Álamos →

San Carlos

In August San Carlos generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in San Carlos →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Peñasco 35°C (95°F) 30°C (86°F) 7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Hermosillo 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Nogales 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Álamos 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
San Carlos 35°C (95°F) 29°C (84°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Ciudad Obregón 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Sonora weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Sonora, Mexico brings poor weather. In Puerto Peñasco, daytime temperatures are typically around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime lows hover near 30°C (86°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Peñasco peak at roughly 35°C (95°F) in August, dropping to about 30°C (86°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Puerto Peñasco averages just 7.4 mm (0.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Sonora, Mexico.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sonora, Mexico?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Sonora, Mexico with often tolerable weather in Puerto Peñasco.

On average, the best time to visit Sonora, Mexico is in January, February, March, April, May, November and December with generally perfect weather in Puerto Peñasco. On the other hand, the months of July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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