August · Belize
Best time to visit Ambergris Caye in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ambergris Caye in August
Average temperature 28°C, 238 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 238 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Ambergris Caye scores 7.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 238 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island, with San Pedro town, a long reef and dive sites offshore.
August in Ambergris Caye — reliably good (8th best month)
Days in August average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 87% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 238 mm, but with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 7/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Ambergris Caye — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ambergris Caye in August?
- In August, Ambergris Caye averages 28°C, 238 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Ambergris Caye?
- August earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ambergris Caye in August?
- Expect about 238 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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