Month guide · Ras Al Khaimah · United Arab Emirates
Ras Al Khaimah in August
What August is really like in Ras Al Khaimah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
August is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 41°C (106°F), lows of 30°C (86°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Hot and sultry with very warm sea water; outdoor activity is limited to early morning and after dark.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 41°C (106°F) / 30°C (86°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea temperature
- 33°C (91°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Ras Al Khaimah: days average 41°C (106°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 30°C (86°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with July (41°C (106°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 39°C (102°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 05:49
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:52
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Sea
- 33°C (91°F)
Spring (March–May). Warming quickly from pleasant March to very hot May; beaches are excellent and the sea warms up.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 2 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in December). That makes August one of the better-value months to book.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Ras Al Khaimah, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Waterfront · Ras Al Khaimah City
Al Qawasim Corniche
The city's waterfront promenade runs along the creek and lagoon with walking and cycling paths, play areas and cafés.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- After dark
- Kids
Nature · Khatt
Khatt Hot Springs
Visit on a cool winter morning; check whether the public pools have separate times for men and women.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
Nature · Hajar Mountains
Wadi Shawka
A valley in the Hajar Mountains near the border with Fujairah, Wadi Shawka has marked hiking trails of varying lengths around a dam, rocky ridges and seasonal pools.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Free
Nature · Al Wadi Desert
Desert experiences at Al Wadi
Book a late-afternoon outing to see the dunes turn red at sunset.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Nature
- Photo spot
The sea averages 33°C (91°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Ras Al Khaimah.
What to pack
For highs near 41°C, lows near 30°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 Ras Al Khaimah?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Ras Al Khaimah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Hot and sultry with very warm sea water; outdoor activity is limited to early morning and after dark.
+How warm is Ras Al Khaimah in August?
Average highs are around 41°C (106°F) and lows around 30°C (86°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ras Al Khaimah in August?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.