August · Mexico
Best time to visit Mazatlán in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mazatlán in August
Average temperature 29°C, 162 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.1/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 162 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Mazatlán scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 162 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mazatlán pairs a long Malecón with a revived centro histórico-Pacific sunsets and island boat days. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August holds up well in Mazatlán — 10th best month
August averages 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 78%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 162 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 7.1/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 2.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mazatlán in August?
- In August, Mazatlán averages 29°C, 162 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Mazatlán?
- August earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mazatlán in August?
- Expect about 162 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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