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Retalhuleu weather in August (Guatemala)

Is August a good time to explore Retalhuleu weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During August, Retalhuleu usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 30°C. At night, it falls to around 22°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Retalhuleu in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 410 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 185 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Retalhuleu. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Retalhuleu climate page with graphs.

 

Retalhuleu, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 410 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 185 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Panajachel, Guatemala (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in Guatemala in August

Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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