Guadalajara vs Mexico City

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Mexico City edges ahead as the better destination in August. Mexico City offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 23 rain days, while Guadalajara sees 10 sunshine hours and 24 rain days.

Guadalajara sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Mexico City is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Mexico City is the stronger choice in August.

Guadalajara reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Mexico City averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 5°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Guadalajara receives approximately 173 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during August. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Mexico City sees 169 mm over 23 rain days. That makes Mexico City the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.