August · Israel
Best time to visit Masada in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Masada in August
Average temperature 31°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 46% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 31°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 46%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Masada scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 31°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Masada is a desert fortress plateau above the Dead Sea, famed for sunrise cable-car ascents and Herodian ruins. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
August in Masada — middling scores, decent value
Days in August average 31°C (89°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 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, March is materially better in Masada — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Masada in August?
- In August, Masada averages 31°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Masada?
- 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 Masada in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 46% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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