Salalah weather in August (Dhofar, Oman)

Looking to travel to Salalah in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Salalah, August is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C.

Salalah in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 42 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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

 

Salalah, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 89%  
SunshineSunshine 42 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Oman in August

Find out more about the weather in Oman in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Salalah 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.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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