Cancun in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Cancun in august 2025
The weather in Cancun in the month of august comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout august
good weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
83°F
Partly Cloudy
38% of time
36%
22%
3%
Weather at 12pm
90°F
Clear/Sunny
44% of time
30%
14%
13%
Weather at 6pm
85°F
Clear/Sunny
43% of time
29%
15%
13%
Weather at 3am
83°F
42%
35%
21%
2%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Cancun in august
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Cancun in august.
The climate of Cancun in august is good
Heat and abundant precipitation affects climate throughout August in Cancun. However, the weather remains magnificent; As the showers only last a few hours, it allows tourists to enjoy pleasant moments for their activities.
First Ten Days of August in Cancún
Most of the time, the weather in Cancun in August is superb: the sky is clear and the heat is comfortable - except in the middle of the day. This is true, except for a few showers from time to time. They can show up as a surprise during the day.
Second Ten Days of August in Cancun
Nice weather begins to cover itself in mid-August as the mornings are often cloudy. Fortunately, the clouds dissipate quickly and let the sun dominate the weather in Cancun for the rest of the day.
Third Ten Days of August in Cancún
The last ten days of August is rainy. Mornings are wet and it is not uncommon to have showers during the day. They intensify in the afternoon and during the night.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Cancun in august
Check below seasonal norms These datas are generated from the weather statements of the last years of august.
| August | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 94°F (2016) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 77°F (2019) | ||||
| Number of days at +86°F | 30 day(s) (97%) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 31 day(s) (100%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 85°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 83°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 87°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 17km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 83°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 7.2in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (40%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 6.8in (2021) | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 83% | ||||
| Visibility | 9.49km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 24% | ||||
| UV index | 7 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 06:26 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 19:17 | ||||
| Length of day | 12:51 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in august | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good | ||||
How was the weather last august?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Cancun in august 2024:
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79°F to 86°F
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Map: other cities in Mexico in august
Cities near Cancun:
| Isla Mujeres in august | tolerable weather |
| Isla Blanca in august | tolerable weather |
| Puerto Morelos in august | tolerable weather |
| Isla Contoy in august | tolerable weather |
| Chiquilá in august | good weather |
| Holbox in august | good weather |
| Playa del Carmen in august | tolerable weather |
| Riviera Maya in august | tolerable weather |
| Cozumel in august | tolerable weather |
| Puerto Aventuras in august | tolerable weather |
| El Cuyo in august | good weather |
| Akumal in august | good weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in august.
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Weather data for Cancun in august:
Weather data for Cancun for august are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Cancun. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Cancun can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Cancun.