Oriental Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oriental, Morocco in August.

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

What to Expect in Oriental in August

Oriental, Morocco is a region in Morocco. August in Oriental generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Saïdia to 34°C (93°F) in Oujda. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Oujda and 23°C (73°F) in Saïdia. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Oriental, Morocco. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Saïdia with an average of 5.5 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Oujda with 11 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Saïdia enjoys about 312 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Oriental by month

Best Places to Visit in Oriental in August

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

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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 Oriental

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Oriental, Morocco?

Temperature range in Oriental (August)

Precipitation variation in Oriental (August)

Saïdia

In August Saïdia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
334 hours
312 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Oujda

In August Oujda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
334 hours
312 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Nador

In August Nador generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Oriental, in Morocco.

In our records: Morocco August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Morocco in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Morocco reached 50°C (122°F) in Tiznit on August 11, 2023.

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saïdia 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Oujda 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Nador 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 7.3 mm (0.3 in)

Oriental weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oriental, Morocco in August?

Oriental, Morocco typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Saïdia average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Oriental, Morocco in August?

In Saïdia, the average daytime high in August is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Oriental, Morocco get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Oriental, Morocco. Saïdia averages only about 5.5 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Oriental, Morocco?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Saïdia, August may not be the ideal time to visit Oriental, Morocco.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Saïdia.

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