August · Pakistan
Best time to visit Islamabad in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Islamabad in August
Average temperature 29°C, 332 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
2.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 332 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Islamabad scores 2.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 332 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Islamabad is Pakistan's green planned capital, set against the Margalla hills below Rawalpindi and Taxila.
August in Islamabad: expect compromises
August averages 29°C (83°F) and humidity near 79%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
332 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 2.8/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? October scores 6.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Islamabad in August?
- In August, Islamabad averages 29°C, 332 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Islamabad?
- August earns a 2.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Islamabad in August?
- Expect about 332 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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