August · Mexico
Best time to visit Huatulco in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Huatulco in August
Average temperature 23°C, 123 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 123 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Huatulco scores 8.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 123 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Huatulco scatters resort bays along Oaxaca’s coast-clear Pacific coves and quieter beaches than Acapulco. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August holds up well in Huatulco — 9th best month
With 23°C (73°F) on average, August delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
123 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Huatulco — 2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Huatulco in August?
- In August, Huatulco averages 23°C, 123 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Huatulco?
- August earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Huatulco in August?
- Expect about 123 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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