Climate guide for Punta Gorda, Belize

Punta Gorda in August

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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August · Belize

Best time to visit Punta Gorda in August Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Punta Gorda in August

Average temperature 27°C, 321 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

August score

4.0/10

Ranked #7 of 12 months

Full year for Punta Gorda
Avg temp
27°C
Rainfall
321 mm
Humidity
88%
Days with 6h+ sun
25
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

August in Punta Gorda scores 4.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 321 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Punta Gorda anchors Toledo’s quiet south-Maya villages, cacao farms, and jungle river trips. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.

August in Punta Gorda: expect compromises

August averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 88%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

321 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 4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 6.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Flexible dates? February scores 2.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Punta Gorda in August?
In August, Punta Gorda averages 27°C, 321 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
Is August a good time to visit Punta Gorda?
August earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Punta Gorda in August?
Expect about 321 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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