August Rainfall and Precipitation in Yemen

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

Yemen experiences precipitation in August ranging from almost none in Socotra (1.9 mm (0.1 in)) to high in Sanaa (131 mm (5.2 in)). The month of August is in the summer season. On average, August is the driest month of the year in Yemen.

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Best Places to Visit in Yemen in August

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

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

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Yemen precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Yemen receive in August?

In August, Mukalla typically receives modest rainfall, around 3.1 mm (0.1 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Yemen in August?

Expect around 6 days rainy days in Mukalla during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Yemen?

No. August sits outside the typical rainy season in Yemen, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in August in Yemen?

Sanaa is the wettest city in Yemen in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 131 mm (5.2 in).

What is the driest city in August in Yemen?

In our records, Socotra stands out as the driest city in Yemen for August, averaging just 1.9 mm (0.1 in).

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