If you plan to visit Canberra in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +13°C during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 62 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+22°C
Max.
62 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Canberra has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Canberra in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Canberra for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +19°C during the day to a minimum of -1°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +15°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +15°C.
Is Canberra warm or cold in August?
Canberra is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +11°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +2°C to +2°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is one of the coolest months in Canberra, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Canberra in August
Canberra weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+11°C
+13°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
-7°C
-6°C
-6°C
Max. temperature
+17°C
+22°C
+30°C
Rainfall
47 mm
62 mm
55 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
81%
77%
72%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1019 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
6
7
8
Cloudy days
13
11
10
Rainy days
11
13
12
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +11°C to +13°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 47 mm to 62 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 77%.Winds are stronger in comparison to July, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 6 to 7.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in September as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Canberra in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Canberra is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Canberra based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 36 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Canberra wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 71 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 30% chance of precipitation and 44 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Canberra?
This is the weather in Canberra in August 2024:
1 August
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+15°C
2 August
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+16°C
3 August
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+18°C
4 August
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+18°C
5 August
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+15°C
6 August
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+13°C
7 August
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+14°C
8 August
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+15°C
9 August
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+15°C
10 August
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+12°C
11 August
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+13°C
12 August
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+12°C
13 August
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+11°C
14 August
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+10°C
15 August
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+12°C
16 August
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+13°C
17 August
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+14°C
18 August
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+11°C
19 August
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+11°C
20 August
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+16°C
21 August
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+19°C
22 August
🌧️
+16°C
23 August
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+14°C
24 August
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+16°C
25 August
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+17°C
26 August
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+18°C
27 August
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+17°C
28 August
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+15°C
29 August
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+18°C
30 August
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+16°C
31 August
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+15°C
In August 2024 Canberra had 9 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Canberra climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Canberra in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+18°C) and the highest in 2019 (+21°C). The driest year was 2006 with only 285 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 2130 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Canberra in August:
Is August a good time to visit Canberra?
It’s always a good time to visit Canberra, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Canberra in August?
August has mild temperatures in Canberra. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Canberra rainy in August?
Canberra is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Canberra in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Canberra in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Australia
Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Canberra, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
