August weather forecastRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
August
Weather in August
August perpetuates the intense heatwave with temperatures peaking at a blistering 43.6°C (110.5°F). The city continues to simmer under Saudi Arabia's white-hot sun, maintaining the searing summer weather pattern. Prolonged sunshine and a steadfast UV index of 12 augment the sweltering conditions. Even though rain makes a minor comeback, with an almost negligible 0mm (0") registered, it does little to affect the city's arid milieu. The spike in temperatures and the persisting dry spell distinguishes August as the quintessential summer month in Riyadh.Temperature
The month of August sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 43.6°C (110.5°F) at the peak and 29.2°C (84.6°F) at the low.Humidity
In Riyadh, the average relative humidity in August is 12%.Rainfall
January through May, August, October through December are months with rainfall in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.2 rainfall days, it receives 0mm (0") of precipitation. In Riyadh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.8 days and collects up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.Daylight
In Riyadh, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:12 +03.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10h.UV index
April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Put into action all crucial precautions. Defense against sun damage is a must. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Regularly apply and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 every two hours, or straight after swimming or an outdoor activity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average high temperature in August: 43.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (43.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 29.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°C).
Average humidity in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average humidity in August: 12%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (10%).
Average rainfall in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average rainfall in August: 0.4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (23.8mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average UV index in August
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Average UV index in August: 12
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).
