Weather in August in Chad
Thinking about venturing to Chad this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Chad in August?
The weather in Chad in August can be quite varied, with very warm temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Moundou to 41°C in Faya-Largeau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 29°C in Faya-Largeau and 22°C in Moundou. During this period, NʼDjamena experiences its coolest temperatures annually.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Faya-Largeau with an average of 5 mm to heavy rainfall in Mongo with 283 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in NʼDjamena.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 201 hours of sunshine in NʼDjamena. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For specific regional insights in Chad for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Chad climate page.
Where to go in Chad in August
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Chad?
NʼDjamena
In August NʼDjamena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Abeche
In August Abeche generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Am Timan
In August Am Timan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Ati
In August Ati generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Bousso
In August Bousso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Chad?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in NʼDjamena, August may not be the ideal time to visit Chad.
On average, the best time to visit Chad is in January and December with generally pleasant weather in NʼDjamena. On the other hand, the months of June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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