Gopalganj Weather in August (1981–2025)

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August at a Glance in Gopalganj

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
32.7°C
Avg Low
❄️
26.1°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
29.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
254 mm
Avg Humidity
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83%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.2 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.8
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+3°C
temp difference
🔥Hot afternoons🌙Warm mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Gopalganj August Weather Overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Gopalganj, with average highs near 32.7°C and lows around 26.1°C (mean 29.4°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 254 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

Gopalganj August Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Gopalganj. Across 45 years of records, the warmest August in Gopalganj was 1983 — when the month averaged 31.1°C — while the coldest were 1990 and 2008 at 28.5°C. Typical August days reach 32.7°C with nights near 26.1°C. The long-term August temperature trend is broadly flat.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp29.7°C→29.4°C-0.3°C
Max Temp33.1°C→32.6°C-0.5°C
Min Temp26.2°C→26.2°C0°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp0°C/decade →
Max Temp-0.1°C/decade ↘
Min Temp0°C/decade →

Distribution of Avg Temp

28.0°C–29.0°C14 yr (31%)
29.0°C–30.0°C23 yr (51%)
30.0°C–31.0°C6 yr (13%)
31.0°C–32.0°C2 yr (4%)

Gopalganj August Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

August is a relatively wet time of year in Gopalganj, averaging 254 mm of rainfall. The wettest August on record was 2021 with 445 mm, while the driest was 2016 at 102 mm.

Gopalganj August Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Gopalganj during August averages 83%. The most humid August was 2021 at 89%, and the least humid was 1993 at 70%.

Gopalganj August Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

August receives about 4.8 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Gopalganj. The sunniest August was 1984 at 5.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2021 at 3.7.

Gopalganj August Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Gopalganj during August is 2.2 m/s. The windiest August was 2002 at 2.8 m/s, while the calmest were 2012 and 2013 at 1.6 m/s.

What August Feels Like in Gopalganj

🌅
Warm
Morning
🌞
Hot
Afternoon
🌆
Warm
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How August Ranks in Gopalganj

🔥5th warmest month of the year
🌧️2nd wettest month of the year
☀️5th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Gopalganj Weather by Month

Gopalganj August Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp29.4°C29.4°C29.4°C29.4°C29.3°C-0.1°C
Avg High32.7°C32.7°C32.7°C32.6°C32.4°C-0.3°C
Avg Low26.0°C26.1°C26.1°C26.2°C26.2°C+0.2°C
Avg Rain252 mm235 mm258 mm256 mm279 mm+27 mm

Extreme August Records in Gopalganj

🔥Warmest August38.7°C1993
🧊Coldest August23.4°C1986
🌧️Wettest August445 mm2021
🏜️Driest August102 mm2016
🌬️Windiest August2.8 m/s2002

Key Insights for August

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August temperatures in Gopalganj have fallen by about 0.3°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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August has ranged from a record low of 23.4°C (1986) to a record high of 38.7°C (1993).

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Rainfall in August is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 254 mm, with a wettest year of 445 mm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Gopalganj?

A quieter season to visit Gopalganj

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of November and February tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Gopalganj. That said, August — with days averaging 32.7°C and nights around 26.1°C (mean 29.4°C) and higher rainfall (254 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the warmth, and often means fewer crowds.

See Gopalganj's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Gopalganj Weather in August — In Depth

☀️ August climate overview

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Gopalganj, with average highs near 32.7°C and lows around 26.1°C (mean 29.4°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 254 mm of rainfall and 83% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in August

August averages 254 mm of rainfall in Gopalganj, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest August on record saw 445 mm (2021), and the driest just 102 mm (2016). Humidity sits around 83% and average wind speed is 2.2 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.8 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How August has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have fallen by about 0.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 33.1°C to 32.6°C and overnight lows from 26.2°C to 26.2°C over the same span.
August Weather in Gopalganj, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202532.5°C29.3°C26.1°C36.6°C24.9°C264 mm85%2.3 m/s4.1
202432.7°C29.6°C26.5°C34.6°C24.8°C234 mm84%2 m/s4.5
202332.8°C29.5°C26.2°C36.5°C24.6°C375 mm84%2.4 m/s3.9
202233.5°C29.8°C26.1°C36.3°C24.6°C221 mm79%2.4 m/s5
2021 🌧️31.4°C28.9°C26.3°C33.1°C25.3°C445 mm89%2 m/s3.7
202031.7°C28.9°C26.0°C33.8°C24.1°C134 mm88%2.2 m/s5
201932.6°C29.6°C26.5°C34.6°C25.2°C126 mm85%2 m/s5.1
201832.7°C29.6°C26.5°C34.3°C25.4°C217 mm83%1.7 m/s4.4
201731.6°C29.0°C26.4°C34.5°C25.1°C363 mm88%1.9 m/s4.2
201634.0°C30.3°C26.7°C36.6°C25.3°C102 mm78%2.2 m/s5.4
201532.9°C29.7°C26.4°C35.1°C24.7°C332 mm82%1.7 m/s4.8
201433.3°C29.8°C26.3°C35.3°C24.9°C342 mm82%1.8 m/s4.5
201332.4°C28.9°C25.3°C35.4°C23.4°C265 mm80%1.6 m/s5
201232.0°C28.7°C25.4°C33.9°C24.4°C230 mm83%1.6 m/s4.9
201131.7°C28.7°C25.8°C33.9°C24.6°C288 mm87%2.3 m/s4.6
201032.8°C29.5°C26.3°C35.8°C24.7°C295 mm83%1.9 m/s4.9
200932.6°C29.5°C26.4°C36.5°C24.0°C335 mm84%2 m/s4.4
200831.4°C28.5°C25.7°C33.6°C24.1°C429 mm89%2.2 m/s4.8
200731.7°C28.7°C25.8°C34.6°C23.8°C333 mm87%1.8 m/s4.6
200632.3°C29.1°C25.9°C34.6°C24.6°C225 mm83%2.4 m/s5.4
200532.5°C29.2°C26.0°C34.4°C24.2°C280 mm84%1.8 m/s4.5
200432.2°C29.1°C26.0°C33.5°C25.1°C234 mm85%2.6 m/s5.3
200333.0°C29.7°C26.3°C35.3°C25.2°C139 mm82%2.4 m/s5
200234.1°C30.1°C26.2°C37.9°C24.0°C143 mm76%2.8 m/s5.2
200134.1°C30.3°C26.5°C37.3°C25.0°C205 mm78%1.8 m/s5.1
200032.9°C29.4°C25.9°C35.3°C24.7°C260 mm82%2.1 m/s4.9
199933.1°C29.6°C26.0°C35.9°C24.4°C177 mm79%2 m/s4.4
199832.0°C29.1°C26.2°C34.4°C24.7°C326 mm87%2 m/s4.3
199731.7°C28.7°C25.7°C35.2°C24.2°C223 mm85%2.4 m/s4.7
199631.5°C28.6°C25.7°C35.1°C23.8°C326 mm86%2.1 m/s5.3
199531.9°C28.8°C25.8°C33.3°C24.4°C276 mm86%2.4 m/s5.5
199433.8°C30.2°C26.6°C38.1°C25.1°C209 mm78%2.4 m/s5.1
199335.1°C31.0°C26.8°C38.7°C23.4°C213 mm70%2 m/s4.5
199233.4°C29.7°C25.9°C36.2°C24.4°C219 mm78%2.5 m/s5.2
199133.5°C30.0°C26.4°C36.7°C25.0°C224 mm78%2.7 m/s3.8
1990 ❄️31.3°C28.5°C25.7°C34.4°C24.6°C152 mm88%2.2 m/s5.4
198932.7°C29.3°C25.8°C34.5°C23.8°C173 mm82%2.4 m/s5.2
198831.8°C28.8°C25.9°C34.2°C23.6°C403 mm87%2.2 m/s4
198731.7°C28.7°C25.7°C34.2°C23.7°C411 mm87%2.4 m/s4.5
198632.9°C29.2°C25.5°C35.5°C23.4°C208 mm81%2.3 m/s5.4
198532.3°C29.1°C25.9°C34.7°C24.6°C285 mm85%2.1 m/s5.2
198432.4°C29.1°C25.8°C35.1°C24.8°C229 mm83%2.5 m/s5.7
1983 🔥35.3°C31.1°C26.9°C38.4°C25.5°C120 mm72%2.6 m/s—
198233.9°C30.2°C26.4°C35.8°C25.2°C196 mm78%2.6 m/s—
198131.6°C28.8°C26.0°C34.2°C24.4°C243 mm88%2.2 m/s—

Actual recorded August data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Gopalganj August Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Gopalganj in August?▼

The average high in August is around 32.7°C with lows near 26.1°C (mean 29.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Gopalganj in August?▼

August averages 254 mm of rainfall in Gopalganj, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 445 mm in 2021.

What was the hottest August on record in Gopalganj?▼

The hottest August reached 38.7°C in 1993. The coldest dipped to 23.4°C in 1986.

Has August in Gopalganj gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average August temperatures have fallen by about 0.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 33.1°C to 32.6°C and overnight lows from 26.2°C to 26.2°C over the same span.

Is August a good time to visit Gopalganj?▼

August is one of the warmer months of the year in Gopalganj and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 32.7°C daytime highs and 26.1°C at night.

Is August the coldest month in Gopalganj?▼

Not quite — August is the 8th coolest month in Gopalganj, averaging 29.4°C.

What should I pack for Gopalganj in August?▼

For August in Gopalganj, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 32.7°C and lows of 26.1°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Gopalganj humid in August?▼

Relative humidity in August averages 83% — quite humid.

How windy is Gopalganj in August?▼

Average wind speed in August is 2.2 m/s. The windiest August on record averaged 2.8 m/s (2002).

Which August had the most rainfall in Gopalganj?▼

The wettest August on record was 2021 with 445 mm. On average, August sees 254 mm.

Where does this August weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Gopalganj behaves each August, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for August specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.