August weather forecast
Tangier, Morocco

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Weather in August

August is the pinnacle of summer in Tangier with the highest average temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F). It barely exceeds July in temperature; however, its magnified heat is supplemented by virtually nonexistent rainfall. Despite a slight decline in daylight hours, the long sunlit skies continue to dominate. Compared to neighboring July and September, August is the hottest and the driest. Although the sea temperature increases to its highest annual average, amping up the allure of water activities, the month’s extreme heat conditions call for locals and visitors alike to adopt necessary precautions.

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F), is the warmest month in Tangier.

Rainfall

In Tangier, in August, during 0.8 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.6 rainfall days, and 736mm (28.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: If cold is not your friend, swimming at 23.5°C (74.3°F) might be daunting. But the right mix of sunshine, wind, and external temperature can make a difference. Although wetsuits are not essential, they can enhance the swimming experience.

Daylight

In Tangier, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Tangier, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:52 +01.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Tangier is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Tangier, Morocco, is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 9 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity. Watch out! Sand and water enhance the UV exposure you receive.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Tangier?

August, with its average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F), holds the record as the warmest month in Tangier, Morocco.

How hot is August in Tangier?

Tangier in August has an average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Tangier?

In August, the rain falls for 0.8 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the warmest sea water in Tangier?

The month with the warmest seawater in Tangier, Morocco, is August, with an average sea temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Tangier?

In Tangier, Morocco, in August, the average water temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 23.5°C (74.3°F).

How many hours of daylight does Tangier have in August?

In Tangier, Morocco, the average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Tangier?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 20:27. On the last day of the month, in Tangier, Morocco, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:52 +01.

How many hours of sunshine does Tangier have in August?

In Tangier, Morocco, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.7h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Tangier?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average temperature in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.5°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average rainfall in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (134.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.1mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average rainfall days in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average sea temperature in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average sea temperature in August: 23.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (16.3°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average UV index in August
Tangier, Morocco

Average UV index in August - Tangier, Morocco
  • Average UV index in August: 9

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Tangier, Morocco

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