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Doha in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Doha in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Doha in August 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Very warm water
Are you considering a trip to Doha in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +100°F and about 29 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 0 rainy days and 0 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+100°F
Avg. max. temperature
+81°F
Min.
+117°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
55%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
29 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Doha has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Doha in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Doha for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +106°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +117°F during the day and a minimum of +86°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 35% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +117°F to +106°F.

Is Doha warm or cold in August?

Doha is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +102°F to +100°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +88°F to +90°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is one of the warmest months in Doha, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Doha in August

Water in Doha in August is Very warm. It varies from +89°F to +96°F, with an average of +92°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +100°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Doha are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +92°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +67°F.

Can you swim in Doha in August?

You can definitely swim in Doha in August, the water is very warm (+92°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Doha in August

Doha weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+102°F+100°F+99°F
Min. temperature
+79°F+81°F+75°F
Max. temperature
+118°F+117°F+115°F
Rainfall
1 mm0 mm0 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+91°F+92°F+91°F
Humidity
46%55%57%
Air pressure
996 HPa998 HPa1004 HPa
Sunny days
292930
Cloudy days
220
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. It’s getting colder in August. From +102°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +100°F. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 1 mm to 0 mm. Humidity rises from 46% to 55%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 29 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Doha in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Doha is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Doha?

This is the weather in Doha in August 2023:
1 August
☀️
+117°F
2 August
☀️
+108°F
3 August
☀️
+108°F
4 August
☀️
+108°F
5 August
☀️
+106°F
6 August
☀️
+100°F
7 August
☀️
+111°F
8 August
☀️
+111°F
9 August
☀️
+108°F
10 August
☀️
+104°F
11 August
🌫️
+101°F
12 August
🌫️
+104°F
13 August
☀️
+106°F
14 August
☀️
+109°F
15 August
🌫️
+104°F
16 August
☁️
+102°F
17 August
🌫️
+103°F
18 August
☀️
+104°F
19 August
☀️
+105°F
20 August
☀️
+102°F
21 August
☀️
+102°F
22 August
☀️
+106°F
23 August
☀️
+111°F
24 August
☀️
+110°F
25 August
☀️
+108°F
26 August
☀️
+106°F
27 August
☀️
+106°F
28 August
☀️
+108°F
29 August
☀️
+100°F
30 August
☀️
+105°F
31 August
☀️
+106°F
In August 2023 Doha had 26 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +106°F, with an absolute maximum of +117°F and a minimum of +100°F. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 20%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Doha climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Doha in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+83°F) and the highest in 2021 (+93°F). The driest year was 2001 with only 4 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1995 with 170 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Doha in August:

Is August a good time to visit Doha?

August is a really good time to go to Doha. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Doha.

Can you sunbathe in Doha in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Doha. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Doha in August?

Yes, you can swim in Doha in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +92°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Doha rainy in August?

Doha is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Doha in August?

Yes, Doha is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Monthly weather in Doha

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Doha, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.