Weather in Oaxaca in August
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
August is a wet time to visit Oaxaca. Oaxaca has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 15°C, and approximately 21 rainy days per month.
25°C
15°C
21days
12.7h
Is August a good time to visit Oaxaca?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:11 AM
6:54 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 12°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 28°C | 12°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 30°C | 14°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 32°C | 16°C | 3 | Good |
| May | 30°C | 16°C | 9 | Good |
| June | 28°C | 16°C | 20 | Wet |
| July | 27°C | 15°C | 20 | Wet |
| August | 25°C | 15°C | 21 | Wet |
| September | 24°C | 15°C | 22 | Wet |
| October | 26°C | 13°C | 7 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 26°C | 13°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 26°C | 11°C | 1 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for August
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is August a good time to visit Oaxaca? +
August is typically Wet for visiting Oaxaca, with average highs of 25°C and around 21 rainy days.
What should I pack for Oaxaca in August? +
With highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Oaxaca in August? +
Oaxaca typically sees around 21 rainy days in August.
How many hours of daylight are there in Oaxaca in August? +
In August, Oaxaca gets approximately 12.7 hours of daylight per day.
Is August peak season in Oaxaca? +
No, August is not peak season in Oaxaca. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Oaxaca? +
The best months to visit Oaxaca are October, November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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