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Şanlıurfa weather in August

August in Şanlıurfa is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 40°C (104°F) and night-time lows near 24°C (75°F). The month usually brings about 1 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.

What stands out in August

  • Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 16°C apart.
  • Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
  • Only one month is warmer in Şanlıurfa than August.
  • Rain is well below Şanlıurfa's usual level (around 97% less).

Avg high

40°C

104°F

Avg low

24°C

75°F

Rainfall

1 mm

very dry

Humidity

29%

relative

Sky

17%

cloud · mostly sunny

Şanlıurfa weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
Show the monthly averages as a table
Average monthly climate in Şanlıurfa
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January9°C / 49°F0°C / 32°F78 mm77%64%
February12°C / 54°F1°C / 35°F55 mm72%59%
March17°C / 62°F5°C / 40°F55 mm68%59%
April22°C / 72°F9°C / 48°F51 mm62%56%
May28°C / 83°F14°C / 57°F29 mm56%53%
June35°C / 95°F19°C / 66°F6 mm40%23%
July40°C / 104°F24°C / 74°F0 mm28%15%
August40°C / 104°F24°C / 75°F1 mm29%17%
September35°C / 96°F20°C / 68°F4 mm31%22%
October27°C / 81°F15°C / 58°F30 mm42%40%
November18°C / 64°F7°C / 44°F52 mm60%47%
December12°C / 53°F2°C / 35°F88 mm72%56%

What to pack for August

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
  • Sunglasses
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is August a good time to visit Şanlıurfa?

Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.

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Şanlıurfa in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Şanlıurfa?

It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Şanlıurfa are around 40°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Şanlıurfa in August?

Average highs are about 40°C (104°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Şanlıurfa in August?

Şanlıurfa typically gets around 1 mm of rain in August — very dry.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Şanlıurfa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.