August weather forecast
Brisbane, Australia

Sunset in Brisbane, Australia with a view of the Brisbane River and cloudy evening skies
Sunset in Brisbane, Australia with a view of the Brisbane River and cloudy evening skies

August

Weather in August

August in Brisbane indicates the approach of spring accompanied by an incremental rise in the temperature. The city witnesses a decrease in the percentage of cloud cover, promoting clear skies. A relief from the gusty cold winds signifies the alteration in the city's atmospheric conditions. August's consistent and welcoming weather supports diverse outdoor activities without the worry of precipitation. The blooming floral scenario beautifies Brisbane and further outshines its essence.

Temperature

Brisbane indicates an average high-temperature of a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F) in August, showing minor variation from July's 19.4°C (66.9°F). August brings Brisbane a consistent average low-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In August, in Brisbane, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout August, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Brisbane, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.8 days and collects up to 665mm (26.18") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

July and August, with an average sea temperature of 21°C (69.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Brisbane, Australia, is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Brisbane, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 5:34 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Brisbane, Australia, is 6.8h.

UV index

In Brisbane, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Brisbane?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Brisbane, is 20.8°C (69.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the least humid month in Brisbane?
The least humid month in Brisbane, Australia, is August, with an average relative humidity of 68%.
What is the average humidity in August in Brisbane?
In Brisbane, Australia, the average relative humidity in August is 68%.
How many days does it rain in August in Brisbane?
In Brisbane, Australia, during August, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.
What months are the sea coldest in Brisbane?
July and August, with an average sea temperature of 21°C (69.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Brisbane.
How cold is the water in August in Brisbane?
In August, the average sea temperature in Brisbane is 21°C (69.8°F). Swimming in 21°C (69.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Brisbane have in August?
In August, the average day length in Brisbane is 11h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Brisbane?
On the first day of August in Brisbane, Australia, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 5:34 pm AEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Brisbane have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Brisbane, Australia, is 6.8h.
How high is the UV index in August in Brisbane?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Brisbane, Australia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average temperature in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average high temperature in August: 20.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13°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 (12.7°C).

Average pressure in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average pressure in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average pressure in August: 1019mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average wind speed in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and August (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average humidity in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average humidity in August: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average rainfall in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average rainfall in August: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average rainfall days in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.5 days).

Average sea temperature in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average sea temperature in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in August: 21°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (21°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average sunshine days in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average cloud cover in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August - Brisbane, Australia
Average visibility in August
Brisbane, Australia
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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