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Visiting Tasmania, Australia in August

The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania.

August has total rainfall of 0.7cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). August is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September.

Consider visiting Tasmania in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.

Can you sunbathe in Tasmania in August?

No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania.

August has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 0.7cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about August temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Tasmania in August?

No, August is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (53°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about August sea temperatures.

Is August a good time to holiday in Tasmania?

No, August is not a good time for a holiday in Tasmania.

August has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 55.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 0.7cm (0.3inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 16.5 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Tasmania. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). August is too cold for swimming in Tasmania for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the August temperatures and sunshine.

Is Tasmania warm in August?

No, Tasmania is too cold for sunbathing in August.

The average maximum temperature in Tasmania in August is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tasmania in August is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Tasmania in August?

The average day light hours per day in Tasmania in August are 10.4. The sunshine percentage is 55.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

More about August sunshine.

Temperature in Tasmania in August

The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into September. The average maximum temperature in Tasmania in August is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Tasmania in August is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Tasmania in August is 5°C (42°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (40°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Tasmania in August

The days in August are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into September. August has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise at a fast pace into September. During August the average day light hours are 10.4 per day in Tasmania. The sunshine percentage is 55.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Tasmania in August is typically 2.4 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Tasmania in August

The average sea water temperature in Tasmania in August is 11.9°C (53.4°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September.

Rainfall in Tasmania in August

August weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into September. August has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into September. The average total rainfall in Tasmania in August is 0.7cm (0.3inches) and on average there are 16.5 rainy days in August making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Tasmania in August

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Tasmania in August is 6°C (43°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Tasmania in August is typically 86%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.5% in the previous month and 84.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Tasmania in August is typically 67.1%. The average relative humidity is 71.5% in the previous month and 62.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Tasmania in August

The average maximum wind speed in Tasmania in August is typically 31KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 33KM/H (21MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Tasmania in August is typically 17KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 15KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Tasmania in August is from the North West.

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