August · Belize
Best time to visit Xunantunich in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Xunantunich in August
Average temperature 26°C, 245 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 245 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Xunantunich scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 245 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Xunantunich overlooks the Mopan River with a climbable El Castillo pyramid near the Guatemalan border. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August in Xunantunich — the hardest end of the year
At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 245 mm, but with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Xunantunich — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Xunantunich in August?
- In August, Xunantunich averages 26°C, 245 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Xunantunich?
- August earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Xunantunich in August?
- Expect about 245 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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