Temperatures in August
It's pleasantly warm in August in New South Wales with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 12°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for New South Wales in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in New South Wales with mild temperatures, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 20°C, with nights close to 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in New South Wales will be around 20°C, with nights close to 11°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 21% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for New South Wales. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
New South Wales in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
18°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
69 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit New South Wales?
Want nice weather? Then August is a great time to be in New South Wales. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for New South Wales in August
With 29°C, New South Wales hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in New South Wales
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in New South Wales, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in New South Wales
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for New South Wales, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 7 days of rain in New South Wales.
Daily UV Index in August in New South Wales
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in New South Wales, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in New South Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in New South Wales, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in New South Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in New South Wales, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for New South Wales
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in New South Wales. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in New South Wales by Month
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