Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Bacalar in August
Little changes in Bacalar from July: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (154 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 86°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 80%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.1 in (154 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are December – April.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 21.5 in (547 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 62/100 in July to 57/100.
- Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bacalar in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
La Playita
Lagoon restaurant with a jetty for swimming.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Noru Bacalar
Lagoon-front Japanese-fusion spot with sushi, mezcal and signature cocktails, open until midnight. Formerly Nao.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Nixtamal
Wood-fire and ember cooking built on heirloom corn: tlayudas, tostadas and smoked fish a few blocks from the lagoon.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Fuerte de San Felipe
18th-century fort built against pirates, with a museum overlooking the lagoon.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.1 in of rain.
Los Rápidos
Section of lagoon with a gentle current you can float down.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 86°F.
Nearby in August
- Tulum in August~122 mi · highs 86°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Playa del Carmen in August~160 mi · highs 86°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bacalar in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Bacalar?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are December – April, at up to 87. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bacalar in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bacalar in August?
Yes: about 6.1 in (154 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.8 in (1392 mm).
What should I pack for Bacalar in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.1 in of rain on average).
Planning Bacalar in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.