August · Haiti
Best time to visit Cap-Haïtien in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cap-Haïtien in August
Average temperature 29°C, 68 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 68 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Cap-Haïtien scores 5.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 29°C, 68 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cap-Haïtien faces the Caribbean on Haiti's north coast, near the Citadelle and Sans-Souci palace.
August in Cap-Haïtien — workable with trade-offs
Days in August average 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 68 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Cap-Haïtien — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cap-Haïtien in August?
- In August, Cap-Haïtien averages 29°C, 68 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Cap-Haïtien?
- 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 Cap-Haïtien in August?
- Expect about 68 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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