August · Eritrea
Best time to visit Massawa in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Massawa in August
Average temperature 34°C, 24 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 34°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Massawa scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 34°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Massawa is a historic Red Sea port of coral-stone buildings, islands, old harbors, and intense coastal heat near Eritrea's Dahlak waters.
August in Massawa — middling scores, decent value
At 34°C (94°F), August is at its most extreme: early starts are not optional, and afternoons belong indoors.
With around 24 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Massawa — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Massawa in August?
- In August, Massawa averages 34°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Massawa?
- August earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Massawa in August?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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