Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F), barely varying from July's 10.3°C (50.5°F). Throughout the month of August, the average temperature dips to a cold 1.6°C (34.9°F) at night.Humidity
In Canberra, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
In Canberra, during August, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canberra, there are 129.1 rainfall days, and 392mm (15.43") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months with snowfall. In Canberra, in August, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.4 snowfall days, and 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Canberra, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:43 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Canberra is 7.9h.UV index
In Canberra, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Canberra in August?
What is the average humidity in August in Canberra?
How much does it rain in Canberra in August?
How many days does it snow in August in Canberra?
How many hours of daylight does Canberra have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Canberra?
How long on average sun shines in August in Canberra?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Canberra?
Average temperature in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average high temperature in August: 11.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 1.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average pressure in August: 1018.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average wind speed in August: 10.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall in August: 36mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall in August: 5mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall days in August: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average UV index in August: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average cloud cover in August: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Canberra, Australia
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).
Canberra, Australia
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