August weather forecast
Rockhampton, Australia

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Weather in August

Despite the continued nip in the air, August in Rockhampton signals the impending arrival of spring. This is reflected in the mild rise in average maximum temperatures from 21.4°C (70.5°F) in July to 23.5°C (74.3°F) in August. The decrease in rainfall coupled with an increase in daylight hours serves as a gentle introduction to the upcoming spring season. The persistence of the winter winds begins to slowly reduce, allowing the warmth of the spring to start shining through.

Temperature

As July turns into August in Rockhampton, the average high-temperatures rest at a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Rockhampton, in August, observes a steady average low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Rockhampton, Australia, is 70%.

Rainfall

In Rockhampton, in August, during 7.1 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rockhampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Rockhampton is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:47 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Rockhampton, Australia, is 6.7h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockhampton. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockhampton in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Rockhampton, is 23.5°C (74.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Rockhampton?

In August, the average relative humidity in Rockhampton, Australia, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in August in Rockhampton?

In August, in Rockhampton, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout August, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Rockhampton?

In August, the average day length in Rockhampton, Australia, is 11h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Rockhampton?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockhampton, Australia, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:47 pm AEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Rockhampton?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Rockhampton is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rockhampton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockhampton, Australia, are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Rockhampton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Rockhampton is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average temperature in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average pressure in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average wind speed in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average humidity in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average rainfall in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average rainfall in August: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (10mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average rainfall days in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average sunshine days in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average UV index in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average cloud cover in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Rockhampton, Australia

Average visibility in August - Rockhampton, Australia
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Rockhampton, Australia

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