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Damascus weather in August (Syria)

What's the typical weather in Damascus for August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Damascus typically includes extremely high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 35°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C. Known as the warmest month of the year, it's a great time to break out your summer wardrobe. Remember to stay hydrated and enjoy the sunny weather.

Precipitation

Damascus in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.3 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Past climate data indicates that roughly 0 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 352 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Damascus climate page with graphs.

 

Damascus, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.3 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 47%  
SunshineSunshine 352 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Syria in August

Find out more about the weather in Syria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Damascus.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Syria? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Syria. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.