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Djibouti in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Djibouti in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Djibouti in August 2025

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Weather for Djibouti in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +37°C during the day, and approximately 13 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 12 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+37°C
Avg. max. temperature
+26°C
Min.
+44°C
Max.
12 mm
Total precipitation
55%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Djibouti has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Djibouti in August

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

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +39°C with a maximum of +41°C and a minimum of +30°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 9% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +38°C to +39°C.

Is Djibouti warm or cold in August?

Djibouti is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +38°C to +37°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +31°C to +30°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is one of the warmest months in Djibouti, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Djibouti in August

Djibouti weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+38°C+37°C+35°C
Min. temperature
+27°C+26°C+25°C
Max. temperature
+46°C+44°C+45°C
Rainfall
4 mm12 mm12 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
51%55%67%
Air pressure
1002 HPa1003 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
111316
Cloudy days
1597
Rainy days
486
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. It’s getting colder in August. From +38°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +37°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 12 mm. Humidity rises from 51% to 55%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 11 to 13.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Djibouti is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Djibouti?

This is the weather in Djibouti in August 2023:
1 August
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+38°C
2 August
🌫️
+39°C
3 August
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+38°C
4 August
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+40°C
5 August
☁️
+40°C
6 August
🌫️
+39°C
7 August
☀️
+39°C
8 August
☁️
+40°C
9 August
🌫️
+39°C
10 August
☀️
+38°C
11 August
🌫️
+36°C
12 August
🌫️
+35°C
13 August
☀️
+35°C
14 August
☀️
+38°C
15 August
☀️
+38°C
16 August
☁️
+40°C
17 August
☀️
+39°C
18 August
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+37°C
19 August
☀️
+37°C
20 August
☀️
+39°C
21 August
☁️
+38°C
22 August
☀️
+38°C
23 August
☀️
+37°C
24 August
☀️
+37°C
25 August
☀️
+40°C
26 August
☀️
+41°C
27 August
☀️
+41°C
28 August
☁️
+38°C
29 August
☀️
+40°C
30 August
☀️
+40°C
31 August
☀️
+39°C
In August 2023 Djibouti had 19 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +39°C, with an absolute maximum of +41°C and a minimum of +35°C. The average humidity was 53%, with a maximum of 84% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Djibouti climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+30°C) and the highest in 2019 (+34°C). The driest year was 2017 with only 104 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1982 with 605 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Djibouti in August:

Is August a good time to visit Djibouti?

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

Can you sunbathe in Djibouti in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Djibouti. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Djibouti rainy in August?

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

Is it sunny in Djibouti in August?

The amount of sunny days in Djibouti during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Djibouti

Source of the data

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