If you plan to visit Mumbai in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +82°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 28 rainy days in the month and around 339 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the wettest month of the year in Mumbai;
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
339 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
28 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mumbai has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Mumbai in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mumbai for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +84°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +88°F.
Is Mumbai warm or cold in August?
Mumbai is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is one of the coolest months in Mumbai, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Mumbai in August
Water in Mumbai in August is Very warm. It varies from +81°F to +84°F, with an average of +83°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +82°F.
In August, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Mumbai are reached in June, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +77°F.
Can you swim in Mumbai in August?
You can definitely swim in Mumbai in August, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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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
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Mumbai in August
Mumbai weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+82°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+75°F
+73°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+93°F
+97°F
Rainfall
489 mm
339 mm
170 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+84°F
+83°F
+83°F
Humidity
84%
84%
82%
Air pressure
1003 HPa
1005 HPa
1006 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
1
Cloudy days
1
1
4
Rainy days
28
28
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 489 mm to 339 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 84%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 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 ok.
Wind speed in Mumbai in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Mumbai is gradually decreasing during August, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Mumbai based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 48 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Mumbai, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Mumbai wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 489 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Mumbai?
This is the weather in Mumbai in August 2023:
1 August
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+82°F
2 August
🌫️
+84°F
3 August
🌫️
+83°F
4 August
🌫️
+84°F
5 August
🌫️
+84°F
6 August
🌫️
+84°F
7 August
🌫️
+85°F
8 August
🌫️
+85°F
9 August
🌫️
+85°F
10 August
🌫️
+85°F
11 August
🌫️
+85°F
12 August
🌫️
+84°F
13 August
🌫️
+85°F
14 August
🌫️
+86°F
15 August
🌫️
+84°F
16 August
🌫️
+86°F
17 August
🌫️
+85°F
18 August
🌫️
+85°F
19 August
🌧️
+85°F
20 August
🌫️
+84°F
21 August
🌫️
+84°F
22 August
🌫️
+83°F
23 August
🌫️
+85°F
24 August
🌫️
+84°F
25 August
🌫️
+84°F
26 August
🌫️
+83°F
27 August
🌫️
+84°F
28 August
🌫️
+84°F
29 August
🌫️
+86°F
30 August
🌫️
+87°F
31 August
🌫️
+88°F
In August 2023 Mumbai had 0 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 71%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Mumbai climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Mumbai in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+84°F) and the highest in 2018 (+90°F). The driest year was 2012 with only 652 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 2618 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mumbai in August:
Is August a good time to visit Mumbai?
It’s always a good time to visit Mumbai, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Mumbai in August?
August is warm in Mumbai. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Mumbai in August?
Yes, you can swim in Mumbai in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Mumbai rainy in August?
Mumbai is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Mumbai in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mumbai in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mumbai, 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.
