AustraliaThe weather in August in Western Australia
It's pleasantly warm in August in Western Australia with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 11°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Western Australia. 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 Western Australia, 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 30°C in 2023, Western Australia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 96 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Western Australia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Western Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Western Australia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Western Australia with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Western Australia is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°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 Western Australia, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Western Australia
Temperature in August in Western Australia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Western Australia, 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 Western Australia
Total precipitation in August in Western Australia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Western Australia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Western Australia, 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 Western Australia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Western Australia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.