Cancun weather in August

August is a good time to visit Cancun, despite being the hot, wet season.

You can expect very hot and humid weather with around seven hours of sunshine daily and more frequent rain showers.


How hot is it in Cancun in August?
Daytime temperatures in Cancun in August usually reach an average high of 32°C (89°F), with high heat and humidity, and low of 24°C (75°F).

However, on the warmest days of the month, the temperature may climb to around 34°C (93°F).

How sunny is it in Cancun in August?
There are usually 7.5 hours of sunshine each day in Cancun in August – that's around 59% of daylight hours.

Sunrise & sunset in August?
Sunrise is around 6:25am with sunset around 7:15pm.

How warm is the sea around Cancun in August?
The average sea temperature in Cancun in August is 29°C (84°F), which is very pleasant for swimming.

Does it rain in Cancun in August?
There is usually 150mm (6in) of rainfall in Cancun in August, distributed across 13 days.

How windy is it in Cancun in August?
August sees an average hourly wind speed of 11 kilometres per hour (7 mph; 6 knots).

What to do in Cancun in August?
August is excellent for all water sports, including windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, kayaking, jet skiing, parasailing, swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Despite the rain showers, August is also a good time to explore the ancient Mayan ruins at Tulum, Chichén Itzá and Coba or indulge in an adventure tour through the wetlands of Sian Ka’an.

Local holidays?
None.

August is low season in Cancun, with more reasonable hotel rates.


Cancun weather in August

Temperature icon High Temp: 32°C (89°F)
temperature icon Low Temp: 24°C (75°F)
sun icon Sunshine: 7.5 hrs per day
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Moderately hot icon
Daylight: 12 hrs 50 mins per day
wind icon Wind speed: 11 km/h (7 mph; 6 knots)
umbrella icon Wet Days: 13 days
rain cloud Rainfall: 150mm (6in) per month
High heat icon Comfort Level: High heat & 79% humidity
11
Moderately hot icon
UV Index: Extreme
swimming icon Sea Temp: 29°C (84°F)
Cancun, Mexico

Best time to visit Cancun

The best time to visit Cancun for a beach holiday is during the warm, dry season from December through April, with March the ideal time as it's the driest month and humidity is low.

You can expect sunny, dry days with an average high temperature of 29°C (84°F).

Cancun has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons: a warm, relatively dry season from November through April, and a hot and humid, wet season from May though October.

Cancun weather overview


Cancun weather by month


Note: Meteorological data for Cancun is based on weather statistics gathered for the 10-year period 2010 to 2020, and is sourced from the Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) – Mexico's national weather organisation – at the closest weather station, Cancun International Airport (CUN), which is located 20km (12mi) south of central Cancun. Additional climate data is sourced from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.


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Latest update: Cancun Weather in August: 8 October, 2023


Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.



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