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Bahia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bahia, Brazil in August.

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Salvador Porto Seguro Morro de São Paulo Arraial d'Ajuda

Considering a trip to Bahia, Brazil this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Bahia in August

Bahia, Brazil is a region in Brazil. August in Bahia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Mucugê at 25°C (77°F) and very warm in Barreiras at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Barreiras and 14°C (57°F) in Mucugê. During this period, Salvador experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bahia, Brazil, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Barreiras with an average of 0.6 mm (0.02 in) to high rainfall in Guaibim with 124 mm (4.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Salvador sees close to 203 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Bahia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bahia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Salvador)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September27°C (81°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December29°C (84°F)
Best Time to Visit Bahia →

Best Places to Visit in Bahia in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Bahia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Bahia, Brazil?

Temperature range in Bahia (August)

Precipitation variation in Bahia (August)

Salvador

In August Salvador generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
203 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Salvador →

Porto Seguro

In August Porto Seguro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Porto Seguro →

Morro de São Paulo

In August Morro de São Paulo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
203 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Morro de São Paulo →

Arraial d'Ajuda

In August Arraial d'Ajuda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Arraial d'Ajuda →

Trancoso

In August Trancoso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Trancoso →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Salvador 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Porto Seguro 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Morro de São Paulo 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Arraial d'Ajuda 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Trancoso 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Itacaré 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Bahia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bahia, Brazil in August?

August in Bahia, Brazil brings excellent weather. In Salvador, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Bahia, Brazil in August?

Salvador averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Bahia, Brazil get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Bahia, Brazil during August, with Salvador averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Bahia, Brazil?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Bahia, Brazil. Typically, the climate in Salvador is excellent.

Generally speaking, January, February, August, September, October, November and December provide excellent weather in Salvador. The weather in May, on the other hand, tends to be good.

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