Weather in August in Somalia
Planning a getaway to Somalia this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Somalia in August?
August in Somalia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is warm in Mogadishu at 28°C and very hot in Bosaso at 37°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 30°C in Bosaso and 24°C in Mogadishu. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bosaso with an average of 0.3 mm to moderate rainfall in Mogadishu with 47 mm.For specific regional insights in Somalia for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Somalia climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Somalia?
Hargeisa
In August Hargeisa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Bardera
In August Bardera generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Belet Uen
In August Belet Uen generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Bosaso
In August Bosaso generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Chisimayo
In August Chisimayo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Somalia?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Somalia. Typically, the climate in Hargeisa is perfect.
On average, the best time to visit Somalia is in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Hargeisa.
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