Makkah Al Mukarramah Province Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia in August.

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Jeddah Makkah Taif Thuwal

Are you planning a trip a to Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province in August

Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia is a region in Saudi Arabia. August in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Taif at 35°C (95°F) and very hot in Makkah at 42°C (108°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Makkah and 25°C (77°F) in Taif. In Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Rabigh with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Al Hada with 25 mm (1 in).

Explore Makkah Al Mukarramah Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province - and find the best time to visit. (based on Jeddah)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March30°C (86°F) April32°C (90°F) May34°C (93°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly36°C (97°F) August36°C (97°F) September35°C (95°F) October34°C (93°F) November32°C (90°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Makkah Al Mukarramah Province.

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 Makkah Al Mukarramah Province

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia?

Temperature range in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province (August)

Precipitation variation in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province (August)

Jeddah

In August Jeddah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Makkah

In August Makkah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
42°C (108°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
297 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
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Taif

In August Taif generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
297 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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Thuwal

In August Thuwal generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
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Al Lith

In August Al Lith generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jeddah 36°C (97°F) 30°C (86°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Makkah 42°C (108°F) 29°C (84°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Taif 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Thuwal 39°C (102°F) 29°C (84°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Al Lith 36°C (97°F) 30°C (86°F) 1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Rabigh 39°C (102°F) 30°C (86°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

Makkah Al Mukarramah Province weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia in August?

Expect less favorable weather across Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia in August. The popular destination of Jeddah averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 30°C (86°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Jeddah peak at roughly 36°C (97°F) in August, dropping to about 30°C (86°F) overnight.

Does Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia during August, with Jeddah averaging close to 0.3 mm (0.01 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia with often mixed weather in Jeddah.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and December offering mostly excellent weather in Jeddah. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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