August · Oman
Best time to visit Sohar in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sohar in August
Average temperature 33°C, 379 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.2/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 33°C
- Rainfall
- 379 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Sohar scores 6.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 33°C, 379 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sohar blends a long Gulf beachfront with legends of Sinbad and an ancient Omani trading port. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
August in Sohar: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 33°C (91°F) and 69% humidity, August is at its most extreme: early starts are not optional, and afternoons belong indoors.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 379 mm, but with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Sohar — 3.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sohar in August?
- In August, Sohar averages 33°C, 379 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Sohar?
- August earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sohar in August?
- Expect about 379 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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