Best time to cruise · Shoulder season
Mexican Riviera & Baja cruises in August
August is hot and humid, with the warmest sea of the year, and storms become more frequent. Valle de Guadalupe’s grape harvest festival, the Fiestas de la Vendimia, runs through the month near Ensenada. Hurricanes may force itinerary changes on Riviera routes.
- Shoulder season
- Avg high 88°F
- 13 hrs daylight
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Mexican Riviera & Baja in August: Shoulder season
August is hot and humid, with the warmest sea of the year, and storms become more frequent. Valle de Guadalupe’s grape harvest festival, the Fiestas de la Vendimia, runs through the month near Ensenada. Hurricanes may force itinerary changes on Riviera routes.
Across Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise ports, August brings average highs around 88°F (31°C) and lows near 78°F, with about 6 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Shoulder season
- Season
- Year-round; best November to April. Whale watching December to March; Pacific hurricane season mid-May to November 30.
- Average high / low
- 88°F / 78°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 6 in
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 3 to 5 nights for Baja; 7 nights for the Mexican Riviera
What to pack: light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket.
How August compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: Best time to go
- Feb: Best time to go
- Mar: Best time to go
- Apr: Good time to go
- May: Good time to go
- Jun: Shoulder season
- Jul: Shoulder season
- Aug: Shoulder season
- Sep: Shoulder season
- Oct: Good time to go
- Nov: Best time to go
- Dec: Best time to go
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
Mexican Riviera & Baja weather in August
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 8027 | 8127 | 8228 | 8529 | 8630 | 8731 | 8831 | 8831 | 8731 | 8630 | 8329 | 8027 |
| Low °F (°C) | 6719 | 6619 | 6720 | 6921 | 7122 | 7424 | 7725 | 7826 | 7825 | 7624 | 7222 | 6820 |
| Rain in (mm) | 1.024 | 1.025 | 0.922 | 0.37 | 0.820 | 3.692 | 3.692 | 6.0153 | 6.4163 | 3.794 | 1.025 | 1.025 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
August weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo San Lucas | 90°F | 82°F | 3.2 in | 13 h |
| Puerto Vallarta | 92°F | 81°F | 14.6 in | 13 h |
| Mazatlán | 88°F | 83°F | 11.0 in | 13 h |
| Ensenada | 85°F | 70°F | 0.2 in | 13 h |
| La Paz | 96°F | 83°F | 2.8 in | 13 h |
| Loreto | 96°F | 84°F | 2.0 in | 13 h |
| Catalina Island | 75°F | 67°F | 0.2 in | 13 h |
| Manzanillo | 88°F | 82°F | 8.6 in | 13 h |
| Huatulco | 93°F | 80°F | 6.1 in | 13 h |
| Zihuatanejo & Ixtapa | 90°F | 82°F | 11.0 in | 13 h |
| Acapulco | 89°F | 81°F | 12.2 in | 13 h |
| Los Angeles | 75°F | 67°F | 0.2 in | 13 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
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Mexican Riviera & Baja in August: FAQs
Is August a good time to cruise Mexican Riviera & Baja?
It can be, as a shoulder-season month. August is hot and humid, with the warmest sea of the year, and storms become more frequent. Valle de Guadalupe’s grape harvest festival, the Fiestas de la Vendimia, runs through the month near Ensenada. Hurricanes may force itinerary changes on Riviera routes.
What is the weather like on a Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise in August?
Across Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise ports, August brings average highs around 88°F (31°C) and lows near 78°F, with about 6 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise in August?
Pack light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. It's one of the wetter months, so bring a compact umbrella or rain jacket. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise Mexican Riviera & Baja?
Year-round; best November to April. Whale watching December to March; Pacific hurricane season mid-May to November 30.. The best months are usually January, February, March, November, December.
Where else can I cruise in August?
August is also a top month for Alaska, Canada & New England, Northern Europe, Norwegian Fjords, Baltic Sea.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.