Oman (Muscat) · August
Low seasonOman · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 25° | 27° | 30° | 35° | 39° | 39° | 37° | 36° | 36° | 35° | 30° | 27° |
MINMIN | 18° | 19° | 22° | 26° | 31° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 29° | 26° | 23° | 19° |
☀️Sunshine | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 24° | 24° | 25° | 28° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 29° | 26° |
🌧Rain Days | 1d9mm | 1d6mm | 1d7mm | 1d9mm | 0d2mm | 0d6mm | 0d5mm | 0d0mm | 0d0mm | 0d7mm | 1d15mm | 1d5mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in Oman (Muscat) reaches up to 35°C — not ideal for heat-sensitive travellers. For more pleasant temperatures, consider January, February, March, April, October, November, and December.
Daytime highs reach 35°C with a daily average of 32°C — nights stay warm at 29°C. With 10 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 0 mm of rain over 0 days. The water is a warm 31°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Hochsommer im Norden, Khareef im Süden: Muscat mit unerträglicher Hitze (45°C+). Salalah dagegen ist durch den Monsun kühl und grün — einzigartig auf der arabischen Halbinsel.
Packing list for Oman (Muscat) in August
- Luftige Kleidung aus Leinen oder Baumwolle
- Leichte Abendkleidung
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Oman (Muscat)?
- August is not an optimal month for Oman (Muscat) (Score: 85/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Oman (Muscat) in August?
- In August, Oman (Muscat) sees daily highs of 35°C. Nights cool to 29°C, with a daily average of 32°C.
- How much rain falls in Oman (Muscat) in August?
- In August, Oman (Muscat) receives an average of 0 mm of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Oman (Muscat) get in August?
- Oman (Muscat) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in August — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Oman (Muscat) in August?
- Water temperature in Oman (Muscat) in August averages 31°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
