Orissa Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Orissa, India in August.

Planning a getaway to Orissa, India this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Orissa in August

Orissa, India is a region in India. August in Orissa generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Puri. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Orissa, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Gopālpur with an average of 238 mm (9.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Sambalpur with 396 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Puri gets approximately 129 hours of sunlight in August, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Orissa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Orissa — and find the best time to visit. (based on Puri)

Best Places to Visit in Orissa in August

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

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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 Orissa

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Orissa, India?

Temperature range in Orissa (August)

Precipitation variation in Orissa (August)

Puri

In August Puri generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
129 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
366 mm (14 in)
359 mm (14 in)
288 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Bhubaneshwar

In August Bhubaneshwar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
129 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
396 mm (16 in)
382 mm (15 in)
279 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Cuttack

In August Cuttack generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
129 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
390 mm (15 in)
375 mm (15 in)
271 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Angul

In August Angul generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
362 mm (14 in)
357 mm (14 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Konārka

In August Konārka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
129 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
387 mm (15 in)
392 mm (15 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puri 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 359 mm (14 in)
Bhubaneshwar 33°C (91°F) 27°C (81°F) 382 mm (15 in)
Cuttack 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 375 mm (15 in)
Angul 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 357 mm (14 in)
Konārka 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 392 mm (15 in)
Gopālpur 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)

Orissa weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Orissa, India in August?

Expect poor weather across Orissa, India in August. The popular destination of Puri averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Orissa, India in August?

In Puri, the average daytime high in August is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

Does Orissa, India get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Orissa, India peaks during August. Puri averages roughly 359 mm (14 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Orissa, India?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Orissa, India due to the typically poor weather in Puri.

Generally speaking, January and December provide perfect weather in Puri. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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