Climate guide for Copper Canyon, Mexico

Copper Canyon in August

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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August · Mexico

Best time to visit Copper Canyon in August Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Copper Canyon in August

Average temperature 19°C, 163 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

August score

8.1/10

Ranked #10 of 12 months

Full year for Copper Canyon
Avg temp
19°C
Rainfall
163 mm
Humidity
71%
Days with 6h+ sun
26
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

August in Copper Canyon scores 8.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 163 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Copper Canyon is a network of deeper-than-Grand-Canyon gorges-rail views and rim trails in Chihuahua. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

August in Copper Canyon: strong conditions, 10th of 12

August averages 19°C (67°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.

Monthly rainfall reaches 163 mm — wet for this destination — but about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 8.1/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.

Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Flexible dates? April scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Copper Canyon in August?
In August, Copper Canyon averages 19°C, 163 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
Is August a good time to visit Copper Canyon?
August earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Copper Canyon in August?
Expect about 163 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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