Singapore Weather in August 2026: what to expect (4.5/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in August

August falls in the wet season in Singapore. Showers are often brief but intense. With 83.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

August ranks 5 out of 12 months in Singapore. Compared to July: 8 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in August

UV index

8 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

oppressive heat

24°

Sea

29°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.0h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 24

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Is August the right month?

The best month in Singapore is February (4.8/10), 0.3 pt higher than August.

See February →See all 12 months →

Context

Our verdict

Singapore is the ultra-modern city-state par excellence: 6 million inhabitants, 100% urban, but 47% green space. Equatorial climate = it's hot and humid ALL year (constant 75-86°F).

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Singapore

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencySingapore Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingLeft-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 86°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 84°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 93%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

Explore

Other destinations in August

If August doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

Similar climate

Kuala LumpurMalaysia

Bandar Seri BegawanBrunei

IpohMalaysia

Raja AmpatIndonesia

MalaccaMalaysia

Nearby

MalaccaMalaysia198 km

PenangMalaysia596 km

LangkawiMalaysia718 km

Koh LantaThailand868 km

Other top picks

Cape VerdeCape Verde5.3

Marsa AlamEgypt5.3

Sharm el-SheikhEgypt5.3

HurghadaEgypt5.4

La PalmaSpain6.2

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Location

Where is Singapore ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Singapore

Equatorial tropical climate with a 4.8 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

1.35°N · 103.82°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Singapore?

February is the best month with 86°F highs, 75°F lows, 6.6h of sunshine and 68.0% rainy days.

How many hours of sunshine does Singapore get in February?

Singapore averages 6.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.5/10.

What is the rainiest month in Singapore?

November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Singapore in February?

In February, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.

Is Singapore good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Singapore scores 4.3/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 4.5/10.

When should you avoid Singapore?

November is the most difficult month to visit Singapore, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Singapore in August?

In August, the sea averages 85°F in Singapore: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Singapore in August?

The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Singapore (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.