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The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into September. August has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45.6% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Melbourne.
August has total rainfall of 4cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 17 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 (54°F). August is too cold for swimming in Melbourne 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 Melbourne in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
No, August is not a good time for sunbathing in Melbourne.
August has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45.6% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 4cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 17 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.
No, August is too cold for swimming in Melbourne for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (54°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about August sea temperatures.
No, August is not a good time for a holiday in Melbourne.
August has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 45.6% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day. August has total rainfall of 4cm (1.6inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 17 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 Melbourne. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (54°F). August is too cold for swimming in Melbourne for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the August temperatures and sunshine.
No, Melbourne is a little too chilly for sunbathing in August.
The average maximum temperature in Melbourne in August is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Melbourne in August is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.
More info about the August temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Melbourne in August are 10.6. The sunshine percentage is 45.6% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day.
More about August sunshine.
The weather in August is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into September. The average maximum temperature in Melbourne in August is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Melbourne in August is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Melbourne in August is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 6°C (42°F) in the next month.
The days in August are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into September. August has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into September. During August the average day light hours are 10.6 per day in Melbourne. The sunshine percentage is 45.6% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Melbourne in August is typically 3.2 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Melbourne in August is 12.1°C (53.8°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.
August weather is slightly drier than the previous month. August has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Melbourne in August is 4cm (1.6inches) and on average there are 17 rainy days in August making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Melbourne in August is 9°C (47°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (47°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Melbourne in August is typically 93%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.7% in the previous month and 94.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Melbourne in August is typically 74.8%. The average relative humidity is 77.8% in the previous month and 70.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Melbourne in August is typically 30KM/H (18MPH). 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 Melbourne in August is typically 15KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 15KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 16KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Melbourne in August is from the North-Northwest.
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