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Mogadishu in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Mogadishu in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Mogadishu, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Mogadishu in August 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
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Warm water
Planning a trip to Mogadishu in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +81°F and approximately 0 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 24 rainy days and 32 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
32 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mogadishu has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Mogadishu in August

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

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +73°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +82°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +82°F.

Is Mogadishu warm or cold in August?

Mogadishu is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is one of the coolest months in Mogadishu, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Mogadishu in August

Water in Mogadishu in August is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +80°F, with an average of +78°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +81°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Mogadishu are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Mogadishu in August?

You can absolutely swim in Mogadishu in August, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Mogadishu in August

Mogadishu weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+81°F+81°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+68°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+84°F+86°F+88°F
Rainfall
44 mm32 mm21 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+79°F+78°F+79°F
Humidity
81%81%80%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
002
Cloudy days
5710
Rainy days
262418
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +81°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 44 mm to 32 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 6 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Mogadishu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 25 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Mogadishu wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Mogadishu?

This is the weather in Mogadishu in August 2023:
1 August
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+83°F
2 August
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+82°F
3 August
☁️
+82°F
4 August
🌧️
+82°F
5 August
🌧️
+82°F
6 August
🌧️
+83°F
7 August
🌧️
+82°F
8 August
☁️
+83°F
9 August
☁️
+82°F
10 August
☁️
+82°F
11 August
☁️
+83°F
12 August
☁️
+83°F
13 August
☁️
+83°F
14 August
☁️
+83°F
15 August
☁️
+84°F
16 August
☀️
+84°F
17 August
☁️
+83°F
18 August
☁️
+83°F
19 August
☁️
+84°F
20 August
☁️
+84°F
21 August
☁️
+83°F
22 August
🌧️
+83°F
23 August
☁️
+83°F
24 August
☀️
+83°F
25 August
☁️
+83°F
26 August
☁️
+83°F
27 August
☁️
+84°F
28 August
☀️
+84°F
29 August
🌧️
+83°F
30 August
☁️
+83°F
31 August
🌧️
+83°F
In August 2023 Mogadishu had 3 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 3 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+84°F) and the highest in 2019 (+85°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 261 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 899 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mogadishu in August:

Is August a good time to visit Mogadishu?

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

Can you sunbathe in Mogadishu in August?

August is warm in Mogadishu. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Mogadishu in August?

Yes, you can swim in Mogadishu in August, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Mogadishu rainy in August?

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

Is it sunny in Mogadishu in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mogadishu in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Mogadishu

Source of the data

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