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San Carlos Weather in August
Thinking of visiting San Carlos in August? Expect very high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in San Carlos in August
As part of the rainy season, San Carlos sees around 22 days of rain in August, with an average of 261 mm (10 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.
Temperature in San Carlos in August
August in San Carlos brings typical temperatures with highs around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in San Carlos in August
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 120 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit San Carlos. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
San Carlos Temperature in August
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
75%
Precipitation
261 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Sunshine
120 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Panama City, Panama (71 KM, 44 Miles).
San Carlos Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Carlos typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in August
Historical weather records for San Carlos in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Carlos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Carlos historical weather extremes in August
Based on weather observations in San Carlos between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
- The hottest August day on record in San Carlos reached 34°C (93°F) (August 15, 2013).
- San Carlos experienced its chilliest August day on August 17, 2026, reaching only 26°C (79°F).
- San Carlos registered its coldest August night on August 22, 2019, with temperatures dropping to 10°C (50°F).
- Peak precipitation in August occurred on August 25, 2020, when 54 mm (2.1 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Panama in August
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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).
What to Wear in San Carlos in August
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in San Carlos in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
San Carlos 3-Day Forecast
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