Monthly climate guide
Salalah weather in August
August in Salalah is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and night-time lows near 23°C (73°F). The month usually brings about 104 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- This is rainy-season territory in Salalah: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Salalah than August.
- Rain is above Salalah's usual level, by about 87%.
- Humidity near 89% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
104 mm
wet
Humidity
89%
relative
Sky
45%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Salalah weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 78°F | 18°C / 64°F | 2 mm | 58% | 35% |
| February | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 65°F | 13 mm | 60% | 32% |
| March | 28°C / 83°F | 20°C / 69°F | 61 mm | 64% | 32% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 74°F | 9 mm | 68% | 32% |
| May | 32°C / 89°F | 25°C / 77°F | 105 mm | 74% | 29% |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 18 mm | 80% | 42% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 149 mm | 88% | 48% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 104 mm | 89% | 45% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 183 mm | 85% | 33% |
| October | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 2 mm | 67% | 30% |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 22°C / 71°F | 17 mm | 63% | 34% |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 66°F | 4 mm | 57% | 32% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is August a good time to visit Salalah?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Salalah →Other Oman cities in August
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Salalah in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Salalah?
August is one of the wetter months in Salalah, with about 104 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Salalah in August?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Salalah in August?
Salalah typically gets around 104 mm of rain in August — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Salalah (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.