August · Guatemala
Best time to visit Lake Atitlán in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lake Atitlán in August
Average temperature 24°C, 318 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.6/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 318 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Lake Atitlán scores 5.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 318 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lake Atitlán fills a volcanic caldera ringed by Maya villages and three volcanoes.
August in Lake Atitlán — workable with trade-offs
Trail conditions at 24°C (74°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in August; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 318 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 5.6/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Lake Atitlán — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lake Atitlán in August?
- In August, Lake Atitlán averages 24°C, 318 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lake Atitlán?
- August earns a 5.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lake Atitlán in August?
- Expect about 318 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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