Where to go in August

August is warm and busy in Europe, but ideal for northern destinations and high altitudes, and the dry season makes it a great month for safaris in eastern and southern Africa.

Places are ranked by their typical weather in August (comfortable daily highs and little rain) and by traveler ratings. Public holidays are listed with each place, as museums, shops and offices may be closed and popular places can be busy on them. Climate data from Meteostat.

4 places have good weather in August in Middle East, showing the top 4.

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Krak des Chevaliers

4.25

Castle HistoricalUNESCO HeritageCastle

Crusader castle on hilltop showcasing medieval military architecture and cultural history.

View Details 1 public holiday

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31 °C9 mm Best: May–Nov

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Socotra Island

4.63

Island BiodiversityUNESCO HeritageNatural Wonder

Island with unique dragon blood trees and biodiversity.

View Details No public holidays

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26 °C Best: Jan–Feb, Jul–Oct

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Tel Aviv

4

City BauhausTech SceneCultural HubCoastal CityUNESCO Site

Mediterranean metropolis known for Bauhaus architecture and tech scene.

View Details No public holidays

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32 °C0 mm Best: Jan, Mar–Jun, Oct–Nov

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Ardabil

3.63

City HistoricalUNESCO HeritageNatural Beauty

A city where Persian heritage and natural beauty meet, home to the UNESCO-listed Sheikh Safi mausoleum complex.

View Details 4 public holidays

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27 °C Best: Jul, Oct–Nov