August Rainfall and Precipitation in Saudi Arabia

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Saudi Arabia in August.

Saudi Arabia experiences in August precipitation ranging from a almost none 0 mm (0 in) in Al Khobar to a heavy 219 mm (8.6 in) in Abha. August falls during the summer season.

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Saudi Arabia precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Saudi Arabia receive in August?

Riyadh sees moderate rainfall in August, averaging around 0.1 mm (0 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Saudi Arabia in August?

Riyadh sees roughly 0 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Saudi Arabia?

August is generally a drier month for Saudi Arabia, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in Saudi Arabia?

In our database, Abha stands out as having an average rainfall level of 219 mm (8.6 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in Saudi Arabia?

In our records, Al Khobar stands out as the driest city in Saudi Arabia for August, averaging just 0 mm (0 in).

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