August · Honduras
Best time to visit Copán Ruinas in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Copán Ruinas in August
Average temperature 24°C, 193 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
5.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 193 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Copán Ruinas scores 5.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 193 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Copán Ruinas is a small Honduran town beside the Maya ruins of Copán, known for its carved stelae and stairway.
August in Copán Ruinas — middling scores, decent value
August averages 24°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 193 mm — wet for this destination — but about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5.5/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Copán Ruinas in August?
- In August, Copán Ruinas averages 24°C, 193 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Copán Ruinas?
- August earns a 5.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Copán Ruinas in August?
- Expect about 193 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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