Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Beirut | Amman | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 31°C (88°F) | 33°C (91°F)▲ | Amman |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 23°C (73°F)▲ | 20°C (68°F) | Beirut |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 0 days | 0 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 1 mm | 0 mm▲ | Amman |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 13h/day | 13h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 13 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Beirut |
Beirut and Amman are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Beirut can feel quite hot at 31°C, so plan for heat. Amman runs hot at 33°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.
Beirut reaches an average high of 31°C (88°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Amman averages 33°C (91°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Beirut receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Amman sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
Highs of 31°C, lows of 23°C, 0 rain days
Highs of 33°C, lows of 20°C, 0 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Beirut | Amman | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 16°C | 13d | 13°C | 8d |
| Feb | 16°C | 11d | 14°C | 8d |
| Mar | 19°C | 10d | 18°C | 6d |
| Apr | 22°C | 7d | 23°C | 3d |
| May | 26°C | 4d | 28°C | 1d |
| Jun | 29°C | 1d | 31°C | 0d |
| Jul | 31°C | 0d | 33°C | 0d |
| Aug | 31°C | 0d | 33°C | 0d |
| Sep | 30°C | 1d | 31°C | 0d |
| Oct | 27°C | 5d | 27°C | 2d |
| Nov | 22°C | 8d | 20°C | 4d |
| Dec | 18°C | 11d | 15°C | 6d |
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