Cancún in August: weather, sea & travel advice
Cancún in August is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays and city breaks. Days are around 30 °C (hot), and the sea is about 29 °C. With about 9 rainy days it is moderate.
Cancún · AugustPhoto: Luka Peternel · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 30 °C
- Night
- 27 °C
- Sea
- 29 °C
- Rainy days
- 9 rainy days
- Sun
- 8 h/day
- Humidity
- 80 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachGood79/100
City breakGood70/100
ActiveLimited54/100
FamilyGood71/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 30 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (29 °C)
To consider
- High humidity (80 %)
All months at a glance
26J
27F
28M
29A
30M
30J
30J
30A
30S
29O
27N
27D
6J
5F
4M
4A
7M
10J
9J
9A
10S
11O
8N
7D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Cancún in August?
Daytime highs average around 30 °C, with nights around 27 °C.
Can you swim in Cancún in August?
The sea is about 29 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in August?
On the long-term average, expect about 9 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Cancún?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.