Late summer · Weather & things to do
Dead Sea in August
Little changes in Dead Sea from July: highs stay near 102°F (39°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (24°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 48%
- Cloud cover
- 11%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 102°F (39°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 11%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Comfort holds steady from July (60 → 60/100).
- Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 102°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 76°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dead Sea in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail
Wade and scramble up a sandstone gorge to a waterfall in the Mujib reserve.
Why now August scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bethany Beyond the Jordan
UNESCO site of Jesus' baptism on the Jordan River, with church ruins and a guided walk.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Haret Jdoudna
Madaba restaurant in a restored Ottoman courtyard serving mezze and grills.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Kempinski Ishtar sunset bar
Resort terrace bar facing the Dead Sea and the hills across the water at sunset.
Why now Highs near 102°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amman Beach
Public beach complex with pools, showers and Dead Sea access at day-pass prices.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Amman in August~25 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Petra & Wadi Musa in August~96 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in August~148 mi · highs 99°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in August~283 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~185 m to Dead Sea's ~0 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dead Sea in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Dead Sea?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dead Sea in August?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 76°F (24°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dead Sea in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 7.4 in (189 mm).
What should I pack for Dead Sea in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 102°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 76°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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