01Weather
Singapore weather in August
Afternoons in August average 31.8 °C (89 °F) and nights cool to 25.9 °C (79 °F). The month brings about 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain spread over roughly 12 days. Compared with July it is 0.0 °C warmer; September is 0.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical August | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 34 °C / 93 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 29 °C / 84 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 24 °C / 75 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 27.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 38 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest August day 2016–2025 | 35.0 °C / 22.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 August | 07:05 | 19:16 | 12.2 h |
| 15 August | 07:04 | 19:14 | 12.2 h |
| 31 August | 07:00 | 19:09 | 12.1 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 6 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Singapore).
03Crowds
How busy Singapore is in August
busy The main sights are busy in August. What drives it:
- National Day on 9 August
- Hungry Ghost Festival
04Public holidays
Public holidays in August 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 9 Aug 2027 | National Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Singapore in August
Every year in August
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| National Day Parade | 9 August, Marina Bay | national |
07Packing
What to pack for Singapore in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 27 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
August centres on National Day on 9 August, with the parade, a flypast and fireworks at Marina Bay, red-and-white bunting everywhere and a public holiday. The Hungry Ghost Festival brings street-side offerings, joss-paper fires and open-air Chinese opera to the heartland neighbourhoods during the seventh lunar month. Weather is hot with occasional haze and rain on about 12 days.
Hotel rates rise around National Day weekend and ease afterwards. The Singapore Night Festival in Bras Basah brings light installations and performances over two weekends. Afternoon highs average 31 °C with humidity slightly lower than in spring. The Formula 1 race preparations begin in late August, with grandstands going up around Marina Bay and road closures from early September. For Marina Bay hotels, book before the F1 pricing takes effect in September.
09Compare
Singapore month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30 °C | 25 °C | 11 | – | busy | Mixed |
| February | 31 °C | 25 °C | 6 | – | busy | Good |
| March | 32 °C | 25 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 32 °C | 26 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Good |
| May | 32 °C | 26 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Good |
| June | 32 °C | 26 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| July | 32 °C | 26 °C | 11 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 32 °C | 26 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| September | 32 °C | 25 °C | 11 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| October | 32 °C | 25 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Good |
| November | 31 °C | 25 °C | 18 | – | moderate | Mixed |
| December | 31 °C | 25 °C | 16 | – | very busy | Off-season |
Not sure about August? See the best time to visit Singapore.
10Elsewhere
August in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok in August | 34 °C | 23 |
| Shanghai in August | 34 °C | 14 |
| Beijing in August | 32 °C | 10 |
| Seoul in August | 31 °C | 19 |
| Kyoto in August | 34 °C | 8 |
| Tokyo in August | 32 °C | 8 |
11FAQ
Singapore in August: your questions
Is August a good time to visit Singapore?
August is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Singapore. Daytime highs average 32 °C (89 °F), rain falls on about 12 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Singapore in August?
Expect hot days around 32 °C (89 °F) and nights near 26 °C (79 °F). One August in ten brings afternoons above 34 °C, and one in ten stays below 29 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Singapore in August?
August brings about 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain over roughly 12 days, which is showery by Singapore standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 38 percent.
What should I wear in Singapore in August?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Singapore crowded in August?
The main sights are busy in August. Main drivers: National Day on 9 August; Hungry Ghost Festival.
What time does it get dark in Singapore in August?
Around the middle of August the sun sets at about 19:14 and rises at 07:04, giving 12.2 hours of daylight.