August weather forecast
Ouarzazate, Morocco

August

Weather in August

August, synonymous with a hot and dry Ouarzazate, retains a strong summer presence with the warmest climatic conditions. Mimicking its immediate predecessor, it notes high temperatures, low humidity, and a dip in daylight hours. Positioned at the zenith, temperatures continue between 22.8°C (73°F) and 34.3°C (93.7°F). The gusty winds, coupled with the absence of snowfall, amplify the aridity of the desert city. In a fascinating cycle of weather phenomenon, the visibility remains at its zenith, forming a perfect backdrop for desert adventure.

Temperature

With the advent of August, Ouarzazate experiences an average high-temperature of a hot 34.3°C (93.7°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout August, Ouarzazate experiences a low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Humidity

In Ouarzazate, the average relative humidity in August is 21%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are August and September, with an average 9mm (0.35") of rainfall.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of August in Ouarzazate, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 20:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:52 +01.

Sunshine

In Ouarzazate, Morocco, the average sunshine in August is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Ouarzazate in August?
August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°C (93.7°F) and a low-temperature of 22.8°C (73°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Ouarzazate?
In Ouarzazate, Morocco, the average relative humidity in August is 21%.
What is the wettest month in Ouarzazate?
The months with the most rainfall in Ouarzazate, Morocco, are August and September, with an average 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Ouarzazate?
In August, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Ouarzazate?
In Ouarzazate, snow does not fall in March through December.
What is the average length of the day in August in Ouarzazate?
In Ouarzazate, the average day length in August is 13h and 14min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ouarzazate?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 20:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:52 +01.
How many hours of sunshine does Ouarzazate have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Ouarzazate, Morocco, is 11.4h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Ouarzazate?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ouarzazate is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average temperature in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average high temperature in August: 34.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average pressure in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average wind speed in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average humidity in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average humidity in August: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (41%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (18%).

Average rainfall in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average rainfall in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and April (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average rainfall days in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (4.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average snowfall in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average snowfall days in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average sunshine days in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (21 days).

Average UV index in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average UV index in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average cloud cover in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July, August and September (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August - Ouarzazate, Morocco
Average visibility in August
Ouarzazate, Morocco
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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