Oman

What's the weather like in Oman in August?

Oman is a fascinating Middle Eastern country with incredible landscapes and hot weather all year round. With its dry desert climate, temperatures are high during most months and August has some of the hottest temperatures of the year. If you’re in Oman during this month, try to take precautions to avoid getting sunstroke. Apply lots of high factor sun cream regularly throughout the day, stay well hydrated and seek shade between 11am and 3pm.

Averages

In Oman’s capital, Muscat, the average temperature in August is 32ºC. With incredible highs of 35ºC and lows of 28ºC, you’ll need to be careful in the sun, and air conditioning in your hotel room is a good idea. Just 5mm of rain’s forecast in August, which expects 12 long hours of sunshine each day. If you want to go for a dip in the Gulf of Oman, the water’s a very warm 28ºC this month, perfect for swimming, snorkelling and boat trips.