August · Mexico
Best time to visit Zacatecas in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zacatecas in August
Average temperature 21°C, 46 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Zacatecas scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 21°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Zacatecas climbs silver-mining hills with a pink-stone centre, cable car over town, and baroque churches. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
August is one of the strongest months in Zacatecas (3rd)
At 21°C (70°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 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 Zacatecas at 9.6/10 (3rd of 12), just behind October at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zacatecas in August?
- In August, Zacatecas averages 21°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Zacatecas?
- 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 Zacatecas in August?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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