August is a slightly cold and dry time for sunbathing in Australia. August is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Australia for any length of time. Consider visiting Australia in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Australia in August is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 17° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average temperature in Australia in August is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 12° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Australia in August is 9°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Australia in August are 11 and there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Australia in August is typically 5.2 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 Australia in August is 17.6° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in Australia in August is 10.4cm and on average there are 9.1 rainy days in August making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Australia in August is 10° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Australia in August is typically 83.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 84.4% in the previous month and 83.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Australia in August is typically 64.2%. The average relative humidity is 66.5% in the previous month and 63.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Australia in August is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Australia in August is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Australia in August is from the West-Southwest.
