Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Singapore in August
Little changes in Singapore from July: highs stay near 85°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), and about 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 50/100 for comfort, 2nd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.8 in (173 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 50/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 6.8 in (173 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 76%.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February).
- Comfort holds steady from July (49 → 50/100).
- August sits inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Singapore in August
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
UNESCO-listed 160-year-old gardens with the National Orchid Garden.
Why now Highs near 85°F keep it comfortable outside.
Atlas Bar
Art deco lobby bar in Parkview Square with a towering gin collection.
Why now Mild enough in August to enjoy at an easy pace.
Lau Pa Sat
Victorian cast-iron market where Boon Tat Street becomes a satay street each night.
Kampong Glam
Malay-Arab quarter around Sultan Mosque with Haji Lane's shops and murals.
Gardens by the Bay
Bayfront gardens with the Supertree Grove and two giant cooled conservatories.
Nearby in August
- Malacca in August~127 mi · highs 85°F, 8.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Kuala Lumpur in August~197 mi · highs 85°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Singapore in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Singapore?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 50/100 against a best of 59 in February. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain. August is inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
How hot is Singapore in August?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Singapore in August?
Yes: about 6.8 in (173 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.2 in (2368 mm).
What should I pack for Singapore in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Singapore
Routes in season in August
- Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug
Planning Singapore in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.