August · Belize
Best time to visit Cockscomb Basin in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cockscomb Basin in August
Average temperature 25°C, 312 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 312 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Cockscomb Basin scores 4.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 312 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cockscomb Basin is a jaguar sanctuary of rainforest trails, waterfalls, and dense Chiquibul-edge jungle. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August in Cockscomb Basin — off-season conditions
August averages 25°C (78°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
312 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.8/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 7.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cockscomb Basin in August?
- In August, Cockscomb Basin averages 25°C, 312 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Cockscomb Basin?
- August earns a 4.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cockscomb Basin in August?
- Expect about 312 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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