Pakistan

Pakistan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pakistan in August.

Planning a trip to Pakistan this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Pakistan in August

Pakistan offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Skardu at 18°C (64°F) and very hot in Dal Bandin at 42°C (108°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Dal Bandin and 6°C (43°F) in Skardu. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Pakistan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dal Bandin with an average of 1.6 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Murree with 231 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Lahore sees close to 228 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Pakistan by month

Best Places to Visit in Pakistan in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Pakistan.

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Pakistan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Pakistan?

Temperature range in Pakistan (August)

Precipitation variation in Pakistan (August)

Lahore

In August Lahore generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
228 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Islamabad

In August Islamabad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
251 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Karachi

In August Karachi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
147 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Rawalpindi

In August Rawalpindi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
251 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Bahawalpur

In August Bahawalpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
39°C (102°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Pakistan.

In our records: Pakistan August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Pakistan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Pakistan brought 318 mm (13 in) in Rawalpindi on August 21, 2015.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pakistan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lahore 36°C (97°F) 27°C (81°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Islamabad 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Karachi 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Bhurban 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Bahawalpur 39°C (102°F) 30°C (86°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Gilgit 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

Pakistan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pakistan in August?

Expect poor weather across Pakistan in August. The popular destination of Lahore averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Pakistan in August?

Average temperatures in Pakistan during August range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Lahore.

Does Pakistan get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Pakistan. Average rainfall in Lahore sits around 154 mm (6.1 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Pakistan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Lahore, August may not be the ideal time to visit Pakistan.

On average, the best time to visit Pakistan is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Lahore. The weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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