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Visiting Cape Leeuwin, Augusta, 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 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cape Leeuwin.

August has total rainfall of 13.3cm (5.2inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.9 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (60°F). August is too cold for swimming in Cape Leeuwin 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.

August brings slightly warmer weather, but still sees a mix of rain and sunshine. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, but snorkeling and diving can be enjoyed on calmer days. Surfing conditions can be quite good during this month, and windsurfing and kitesurfing continue to be popular due to the consistent winds. Consider visiting Cape Leeuwin 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 Cape Leeuwin in August?

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

August has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. August has total rainfall of 13.3cm (5.2inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.9 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

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Can you swim in Cape Leeuwin in August?

No, August is too cold for swimming in Cape Leeuwin for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (60°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is August a good time to holiday in Cape Leeuwin?

Yes, August is a slightly cool time for a holiday in Cape Leeuwin.

August has average maximum temperatures of 18°C (64°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. August has total rainfall of 13.3cm (5.2inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.9 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cape Leeuwin. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (60°F). August is too cold for swimming in Cape Leeuwin for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Cape Leeuwin warm in August?

No, Cape Leeuwin is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in August.

The average maximum temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August is 18°C (64°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (64°) in the previous month and 19°C (67°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August is 13°C (56°F). The average temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Cape Leeuwin in August?

The average day light hours per day in Cape Leeuwin in August are 10.8. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright.

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Crowds in Cape Leeuwin in August

August is still part of the winter season in Western Australia, and the beach at Cape Leeuwin remains relatively quiet. Daytime temperatures average around 14°C (57°F), making it less ideal for beach activities. There are no significant public holidays or events during this month, so the number of visitors remains low.

Temperature in Cape Leeuwin 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 Cape Leeuwin in August is 18°C (64°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 19°C (67°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August is 13°C (56°F). The average temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August is 9°C (48°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Cape Leeuwin 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 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 10.8 per day in Cape Leeuwin. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Cape Leeuwin in August is typically 4.1 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.

Sea Temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August

The average sea water temperature in Cape Leeuwin in August is 15.3°C (59.5°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in August is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into September.

Rainfall in Cape Leeuwin in August

August weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into September. August has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into September. The average total rainfall in Cape Leeuwin in August is 13.3cm (5.2inches) and on average there are 20.9 rainy days in August making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

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