August weather forecast
Eritrea

August in Eritrea offers a contrast of climates. While the coastal and lowland regions continue to experience the intense heat of summer, the highlands are in the midst of their rainy season. This variety is a testament to Eritrea's diverse geography.

The coastal city of Massawa continues to endure extreme heat in August, with average temperatures hovering around 40°C (104°F). Rainfall remains infrequent, maintaining the arid conditions that dominate this region during summer.

Conversely, Asmara, situated in the highlands, experiences more temperate conditions. August temperatures in the city range from 15°C (59°F) to 23°C (73.4°F). Most notably, August marks the peak of the rainy season in the highlands. Despite this increase in precipitation, the rains are usually brief and heavy, leaving ample time for sunny intervals and outdoor activities.

The western lowlands, including areas like Barentu, continue to face high temperatures, with averages between 32°C (89.6°F) and 37°C (98.6°F). The occasional rain shower may occur, providing a slight reprieve from the persistent heat.

Compared to July, August sees a continuation of similar weather patterns across Eritrea. The coastal and lowland regions remain hot, while the highlands experience their wettest month. Looking forward to September, temperatures in the coastal and lowland regions begin to decrease slightly. Meanwhile, the highlands start to see a reduction in rainfall, signalling the end of the rainy season. Despite the divergent weather conditions, August offers the chance to experience Eritrea's distinct climatic zones, from the hot, dry coast to the rainy, cool highlands.

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• Asmara - August »
  Throughout the month of August, Asmara witnesses an average temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F). In Asmara, in August, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 143mm (5.63") of accumulated precipitation.
• Keren - August »
  August, on average, is the coldest month in Keren, registering a high temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 17.1°C (62.8°F). The month with the most rainfall in Keren is August, when 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is typically aggregated.
• Massawa - August »
  With an average sea temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Massawa. In Massawa in August, the average water temperature is 32.6°C (90.7°F).
• Āssab - August »
  August in Āssab marks a notable month due to the year's peak sea temperature soaring to a sizzling 32.1°C (89.8°F). In Āssab the average seawater temperature in August is 30.9°C (87.6°F).
• Mendefera - August »
  Mendefera's coldest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 22.6°C (72.7°F) to a low of 12.3°C (54.1°F). On the first day of August in Mendefera sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:54.
• Barentu - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Barentu is August, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. August sees the highest levels of rainfall in Barentu, making it the wettest month of the year at an impressive 96mm (3.78").
• Nakfa - August »
  On the first day of August in Nakfa sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of August, in Nakfa, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.
• Adi Tekelezan - August »
  In Adi Tekelezan during August, the rain falls for 25 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. On the first day of August in Adi Tekelezan, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55.