AustraliaThe weather in August in Sydney
It's pleasantly warm in August in Sydney with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Sydney. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Sydney, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2015, Sydney reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sydney is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Sydney
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sydney. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Sydney | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Sydney with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 20°C, with nights around 11°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 Sydney is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Sydney, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Sydney
Temperature in August in Sydney over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Sydney, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Sydney
Total precipitation in August in Sydney over the years
Daily UV index in August in Sydney
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Sydney, 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.
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Average weather in Sydney by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sydney. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.