Mogadishu weather in August (Somalia)

How is the weather in Mogadishu in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Mogadishu the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Mogadishu in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 1 day of the month will see rainfall.

With around 253 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mogadishu climate page with graphs.

 

Mogadishu, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 253 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Somalia in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Mogadishu in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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