Salalah

Dhofar Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dhofar, Oman in August.

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Salalah Mirbāţ

Planning a trip to Dhofar, Oman this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Dhofar in August

Dhofar, Oman is a region in Oman. August in Dhofar generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Salalah.

To explore the conditions in Dhofar, Oman in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 18 mm (0.7 in) in Salalah.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during August. Salalah receives roughly 42 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Dhofar by month

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

January26°C (79°F) February27°C (81°F) March29°C (84°F) April31°C (88°F) May33°C (91°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dhofar in August

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

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 Dhofar

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Dhofar, Oman?

Temperature range in Dhofar (August)

Precipitation variation in Dhofar (August)

Salalah

In August Salalah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
42 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Salalah →

Mirbāţ

In August Mirbāţ generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
43 hours
42 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mirbāţ →

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In our records: Oman August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Oman in our climate database (1978 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Oman brought 430 mm (17 in) in Nizwa on August 27, 2024.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Salalah 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Mirbāţ 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Dhofar weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dhofar, Oman in August?

Dhofar, Oman typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Salalah average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dhofar, Oman in August?

Average temperatures in Dhofar, Oman during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Salalah.

Does Dhofar, Oman get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Dhofar, Oman. Salalah averages only about 18 mm (0.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Dhofar, Oman?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Dhofar, Oman with overall excellent weather in Salalah. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, July, August, September and December provide excellent weather in Salalah. In contrast, May tends to have mixed weather conditions.

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