Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Tequila in August
Little changes in Tequila from July: highs stay near 83°F (28°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), and about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 55/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 83°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (192 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 65°F (18°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 7.6 in (192 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October – February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 51/100 in July to 55/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 83°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tequila in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Mundo Cuervo / La Rojeña
Tours of Latin America's oldest active distillery, with tastings and agave-roasting ovens.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.6 in of rain.
José Cuervo Express
Weekend train from Guadalajara to Tequila or Amatitán with tastings on board.
Museo Nacional del Tequila
Small museum on the history of tequila production, a block from the plaza.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
La Capilla
Cantina dating from 1940 where Don Javier created the batanga.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.6 in of rain.
Agave Landscape
UNESCO-listed blue agave fields and old haciendas between Tequila and Amatitán.
Nearby in August
- Guadalajara in August~35 mi · highs 79°F, 6.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Puerto Vallarta in August~91 mi · highs 91°F, 13.5 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,532 m to Tequila's ~1,196 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tequila in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Tequila?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 55/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are October – February. Expect highs of 83°F (28°C) and 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tequila in August?
Average highs are 83°F (28°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tequila in August?
Yes: about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.7 in (856 mm).
What should I pack for Tequila in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 83°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Tequila in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.