San Marcos weather in August (Masaya Region, Nicaragua)

Planning a trip to San Marcos in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, San Marcos generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

San Marcos in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 194 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 197 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

San Marcos, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 194 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Managua, Nicaragua (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Nicaragua in August

Find out more about the weather in Nicaragua in August and which places have the best weather 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 San Marcos in August?

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 in August.

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

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