Veracruz Weather in August

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

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

What to Expect in Veracruz in August

Veracruz, Mexico is a region in Mexico. Veracruz, Mexico offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Orizaba at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in Poza Rica de Hidalgo at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Poza Rica de Hidalgo and 13°C (55°F) in Orizaba. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tuxpan de Rodríguez Cano with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Coatzacoalcos with 318 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Veracruz sees close to 223 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Veracruz by month

Best Places to Visit in Veracruz in August

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

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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 Veracruz

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

Temperature range in Veracruz (August)

Precipitation variation in Veracruz (August)

Veracruz

In August Veracruz generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
223 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
227 mm (8.9 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Xalapa

In August Xalapa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
169 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Tlacotalpan

In August Tlacotalpan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
260 mm (10 in)
274 mm (11 in)
338 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Córdoba

In August Córdoba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
169 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Orizaba

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

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Veracruz 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Xalapa 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Tlacotalpan 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 274 mm (11 in)
Córdoba 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Orizaba 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Coatepec 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)

Veracruz weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Veracruz, Mexico typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Veracruz average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Veracruz, Mexico during August range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Veracruz.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Veracruz records an average of 223 mm (8.8 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Veracruz, Mexico.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Veracruz, Mexico?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Veracruz, Mexico with often poor weather in Veracruz.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Veracruz. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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