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Jeddah in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Jeddah in August 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Very warm water
Are you considering a trip to Jeddah in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +91°F and about 20 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.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Jeddah;

Average weather

☀️
+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+81°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
20 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Jeddah has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Jeddah in August

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

The temperature in August is +93°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +97°F during the day and a minimum of +86°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +93°F.

Is Jeddah warm or cold in August?

Jeddah is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +84°F to +86°F.

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

August is the hottest month in Jeddah, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Jeddah in August

Water in Jeddah in August is Very warm. It varies from +87°F to +91°F, with an average of +89°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +91°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Jeddah are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +89°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Jeddah in August?

You can definitely swim in Jeddah in August, the water is very warm (+89°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
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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 Jeddah in August

Jeddah weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+91°F+91°F+90°F
Min. temperature
+79°F+81°F+81°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+97°F+99°F
Rainfall
0 mm0 mm0 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+87°F+89°F+88°F
Humidity
77%77%81%
Air pressure
1002 HPa1003 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
192023
Cloudy days
12117
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

August typically has worse weather conditions compared to July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +91°F for average maximum temperature during the day. The rainfall amount in August stays the same as in the previous month with a 0 mm of total precipitation. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 19 to 20.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in September as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Jeddah 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 Jeddah is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Jeddah?

This is the weather in Jeddah in August 2023:
1 August
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+95°F
2 August
☀️
+95°F
3 August
☀️
+94°F
4 August
☀️
+93°F
5 August
☁️
+94°F
6 August
☀️
+93°F
7 August
☀️
+93°F
8 August
☀️
+94°F
9 August
☀️
+94°F
10 August
☀️
+94°F
11 August
☀️
+94°F
12 August
☀️
+93°F
13 August
☀️
+92°F
14 August
☁️
+93°F
15 August
☀️
+93°F
16 August
☀️
+93°F
17 August
☁️
+93°F
18 August
☁️
+93°F
19 August
☀️
+93°F
20 August
☀️
+93°F
21 August
☁️
+93°F
22 August
☁️
+94°F
23 August
☀️
+95°F
24 August
☀️
+94°F
25 August
☀️
+93°F
26 August
☁️
+93°F
27 August
☁️
+92°F
28 August
☁️
+94°F
29 August
☀️
+93°F
30 August
☀️
+97°F
31 August
☀️
+94°F
In August 2023 Jeddah had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +93°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 89% and a minimum of 32%. 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 Jeddah climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Jeddah 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 2023 (+87°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 18 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 273 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Jeddah in August:

Is August a good time to visit Jeddah?

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

Can you sunbathe in Jeddah in August?

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

Can you swim in Jeddah in August?

Yes, you can swim in Jeddah in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +89°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Jeddah rainy in August?

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

Is it sunny in Jeddah in August?

Yes, Jeddah 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.

Other cities in Saudi Arabia

Check out the weather for other cities in Saudi Arabia.

Monthly weather in Jeddah

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Jeddah, 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.