Average weather for Darwin in August
It's hot in August in Darwin with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Darwin with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Darwin is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Darwin is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
According to weather history, there is only 2 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Darwin in August |
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32°C | 30°C | |
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34°C | 31°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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2 mm | 79 mm | |
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0 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Darwin?
August is an awesome month to be in Darwin for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2020, Darwin reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Darwin
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Darwin, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Darwin
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Darwin, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Darwin.
Daily UV index in August in Darwin
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Darwin, 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 Darwin over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Darwin, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Darwin over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Darwin, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Darwin
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Darwin. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Darwin by month
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