August · Guatemala
Best time to visit Semuc Champey in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Semuc Champey in August
Average temperature 23°C, 191 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 191 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Semuc Champey scores 6.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 191 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Semuc Champey is a limestone bridge in Guatemala, with turquoise pools above a river rushing through a cave.
August in Semuc Champey: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Trail conditions at 23°C (74°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in August; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
191 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 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 mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Semuc Champey — 1.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Semuc Champey in August?
- In August, Semuc Champey averages 23°C, 191 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Semuc Champey?
- August earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Semuc Champey in August?
- Expect about 191 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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