Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Los Cabos in August
Los Cabos's warmest month brings highs averaging 86°F (30°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 79/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 86°F (30°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 78°F (26°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (60 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – June and November.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 7.3 in (185 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in July to 79/100.
- Our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends Nov – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Los Cabos in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Acre
Restaurant and farm set in a palm grove, cooking wood-fired dishes with local produce.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Cabo Wabo Cantina
Sammy Hagar's long-running rock bar and live music venue in downtown Cabo.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Playa Médano
Calm, swimmable beach facing El Arco, lined with beach clubs and water sports.
Why now August scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
San José del Cabo Art District
Galleries around Plaza Mijares, with a Thursday evening Art Walk November to June.
Cabo Pulmo National Park
Living coral reef on the East Cape with schools of jacks, rays and sea lions.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Todos Santos in August~41 mi · highs 94°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- La Paz in August~85 mi · highs 94°F, 2.0 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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.
Los Cabos in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Los Cabos?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 79/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – June and November. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain. Our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends Nov – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Los Cabos in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Los Cabos in August?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.3 in (262 mm).
What should I pack for Los Cabos in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Los Cabos in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.