AustraliaAverage weather for Mackay in August
It's warm in August in Mackay with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 16°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Mackay with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Mackay is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In August, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Mackay in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
24 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Mackay?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Mackay. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2016, Mackay reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Mackay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Mackay, 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 Mackay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Mackay, 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 about 3 days of precipitation in Mackay.
Daily UV index in August in Mackay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Mackay, 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 Mackay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Mackay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Mackay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Mackay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Mackay
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Average weather in Mackay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mackay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
