Cancún vs Zihuatanejo in August

Cancún is the better pick in August — 80 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Cancún is sweltering, rainy, clean air, while Zihuatanejo is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Cancún vs ZihuatanejoAugust climate, side by side

CancúnZihuatanejo
Comfort score80/100 (A)68/100 (C)
Feels-like high37°C39°C
Avg high / low32° / 25°33° / 25°
Rainfall150 mm235 mm
Rainy days2021
Humidity80%82%
Air quality (AQI)4845

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Cancún vs Zihuatanejo in August — FAQ

Is August better in Cancún or Zihuatanejo?
Cancún is the better pick in August — 80 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Cancún is sweltering, rainy, clean air, while Zihuatanejo is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Cancún vs Zihuatanejo in August?
In August, Cancún averages 32°C high / 25°C low with about 150 mm of rain; Zihuatanejo averages 33°C high / 25°C low with about 235 mm.