Climate guide for Pátzcuaro, Mexico

Pátzcuaro in August

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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August · Mexico

Best time to visit Pátzcuaro in August Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Pátzcuaro in August

Average temperature 20°C, 156 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

August score

7.0/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Pátzcuaro
Avg temp
20°C
Rainfall
156 mm
Humidity
80%
Days with 6h+ sun
24
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

August in Pátzcuaro scores 7.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 156 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Pátzcuaro is a Michoacán lake town of Day of the Dead fame-plazas, islands, and Purépecha craft markets. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

August holds up well in Pátzcuaro — 11th best month

At 20°C (68°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

156 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.

That is 7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Pátzcuaro — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Pátzcuaro in August?
In August, Pátzcuaro averages 20°C, 156 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
Is August a good time to visit Pátzcuaro?
August earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Pátzcuaro in August?
Expect about 156 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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