Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Guadalajara in August
Little changes in Guadalajara from July: highs stay near 79°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), and about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 65/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 6.7 in (169 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs settle around 79°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 62°F (16°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.7 in (169 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October – March.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort improves from 61/100 in July to 65/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Guadalajara in August
With 6.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Alcalde
Chef Paco Ruano's modern Mexican tasting menus, ranked among Latin America's best.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.7 in of rain.
Mercado San Juan de Dios
Three-storey market of food stalls, leather and crafts, also called Mercado Libertad.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.7 in of rain.
Karne Garibaldi
Fast-service institution for carne en su jugo, beef stewed in its own broth with beans.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Hospicio Cabañas
UNESCO-listed 19th-century orphanage holding José Clemente Orozco's fire-themed murals.
Guachimontones
Circular stepped pyramids of the Teuchitlán culture, unique in Mesoamerica.
Nearby in August
- Tequila in August~35 mi · highs 83°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Puerto Vallarta in August~121 mi · highs 91°F, 13.5 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Mexico City in August~287 mi · highs 73°F, 6.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, 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.
Guadalajara in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Guadalajara?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 65/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are October – March. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Guadalajara in August?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 62°F (16°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in August?
Yes: about 6.7 in (169 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Guadalajara in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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