Month guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in August
What August is really like in Jeddah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
August is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 37°C (99°F), lows of 28°C (82°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12.9 hours of daylight. Sultry and hot day and night; the sea is bath-warm.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 37°C (99°F) / 28°C (82°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 31°C (88°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 3rd-warmest month in Jeddah: days average 37°C (99°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 28°C (82°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with July (38°C (100°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 36°C (97°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:02
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:54
- Daylight
- About 12.9 hours
- Sea
- 31°C (88°F)
Spring (March–May). Warming quickly with rising humidity; mornings are good for diving and beach clubs.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Jeddah, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Waterfront · Al Hamra and the Corniche
Jeddah Corniche and open-air sculptures
The seafront road and promenades stretch for about 30 km along the Red Sea.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Outdoors
- Couples
Waterfront · Al Shati
Jeddah Waterfront
Bring a picnic and stay for the evening; weekdays are calmer than Thursday and Friday nights.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- After dark
Religious site · Al Shati
Al-Rahmah Mosque
Completed in 1985, this white mosque stands on pillars over the sea on the northern Corniche, so at high tide it appears to float.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- Free
- Photo spot
- Views
Experience · North Obhur
Snorkelling and diving at Obhur
Go between October and May, when the sea is warm but the air is less humid; bring reef shoes for rocky entries.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
The sea averages 31°C (88°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Jeddah.
What to pack
For highs near 37°C, lows near 28°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Jeddah?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Jeddah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Jeddah?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Sultry and hot day and night; the sea is bath-warm.
+How warm is Jeddah in August?
Average highs are around 37°C (99°F) and lows around 28°C (82°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jeddah in August?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.