August · Mexico
Best time to visit La Paz in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in La Paz in August
Average temperature 30°C, 51 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in La Paz scores 9.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 30°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
La Paz is Baja’s capital of Malecon sunsets-sea lions at Espíritu Santo and calm Sea of Cortez swimming. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
August is one of the strongest months in La Paz (5th)
Days in August average 30°C (87°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 51 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for La Paz at 9.6/10 (5th of 12), just behind May at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in La Paz in August?
- In August, La Paz averages 30°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit La Paz?
- August earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in La Paz in August?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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