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Playa del Carmen in August
Playa del Carmen's warmest month brings highs averaging 86°F (30°C), lows of 82°F (28°C) and about 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 82°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 4.9 in (125 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What August feels like
Highs settle around 86°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 82°F (28°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.9 in (125 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are February – April.
- Comfort slips from 69/100 in July to 64/100.
- 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 hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Playa del Carmen in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Ultramar Ferry to Cozumel
45-minute ferry to Cozumel for reef snorkeling and dive trips.
Why now August scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Mamitas
Lively beach with beach clubs north of the center.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 4.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Quinta Avenida
Pedestrian street with shops, restaurants and bars running parallel to the beach.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Coco Bongo
Big nightclub-show venue with acrobatics and live music.
Punta Esmeralda
Local beach where a cenote spring meets the sea, with calm water.
Nearby in August
- Tulum in August~38 mi · highs 86°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bacalar in August~160 mi · highs 86°F, 6.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
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.
Playa del Carmen in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are February – April, at up to 94. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain. Our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends Dec – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Playa del Carmen in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 82°F (28°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in August?
Yes: about 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.5 in (1282 mm).
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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