Monthly climate guide
Sanaa weather in August
August in Sanaa is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 29°C (84°F) and night-time lows near 16°C (62°F). The month usually brings about 8 mm of rain (very dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- August is Sanaa's third warmest month.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 13°C apart.
- August falls in Sanaa's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
- Sanaa is usually about 8°C cooler than Al Hudaydah, 150 km away, in August.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
16°C
62°F
Rainfall
8 mm
very dry
Humidity
41%
relative
Sky
62%
cloud · often cloudy
Sanaa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 75°F | 7°C / 45°F | 0 mm | 35% | 31% |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 9°C / 47°F | 1 mm | 34% | 31% |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 11°C / 53°F | 2 mm | 36% | 37% |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 56°F | 11 mm | 38% | 49% |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 3 mm | 33% | 48% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 17°C / 62°F | 1 mm | 27% | 50% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 5 mm | 37% | 65% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 62°F | 8 mm | 41% | 62% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 1 mm | 30% | 45% |
| October | 25°C / 76°F | 10°C / 51°F | 1 mm | 31% | 35% |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 9°C / 47°F | 3 mm | 39% | 34% |
| December | 23°C / 73°F | 6°C / 43°F | 3 mm | 38% | 28% |
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
Is August a good time to visit Sanaa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sanaa →Other Yemen cities in August
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Sanaa in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Sanaa?
August is a reasonable time for Sanaa: highs around 29°C and about 8 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Sanaa in August?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 16°C (62°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sanaa in August?
Sanaa typically gets around 8 mm of rain in August — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sanaa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.