Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Saudi Arabia this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Saudi Arabia in August

Saudi Arabia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Abha at 30°C (86°F) and very hot in Al-Hofuf at 46°C (115°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Al-Hofuf and 21°C (70°F) in Abha. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Saudi Arabia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Al Khobar with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to heavy rainfall in Abha with 219 mm (8.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Riyadh typically receives 310 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saudi Arabia by month

Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia in August

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

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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 Saudi Arabia

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Temperature range in Saudi Arabia (August)

Precipitation variation in Saudi Arabia (August)

Riyadh

In August Riyadh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C (111°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
45°C (113°F)
44°C (111°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Jeddah

In August Jeddah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Makkah

In August Makkah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
42°C (108°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
297 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Al Khobar

In August Al Khobar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
40°C (104°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Medina

In August Medina generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 43°C (109°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
43°C (109°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 44°C (111°F) 29°C (84°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Jeddah 36°C (97°F) 30°C (86°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Makkah 42°C (108°F) 29°C (84°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Al Khobar 40°C (104°F) 32°C (90°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Taif 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Abha 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 219 mm (8.6 in)

Saudi Arabia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saudi Arabia in August?

In August, Saudi Arabia generally has poor weather conditions. Riyadh sees daytime temperatures near 44°C (111°F), with nights cooling to roughly 29°C (84°F).

What is the average temperature in Saudi Arabia in August?

Average temperatures in Saudi Arabia during August range from a nighttime low near 29°C (84°F) to a daytime high around 44°C (111°F) in Riyadh.

Does Saudi Arabia get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Riyadh averages just 0.1 mm (0 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Saudi Arabia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Saudi Arabia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Riyadh, August may not be the ideal time to visit Saudi Arabia.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Riyadh. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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