United StatesAverage weather for Melbourne in August
It's hot in August in Melbourne with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Melbourne with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 21°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Melbourne is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 113 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Melbourne in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
113 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 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 Melbourne?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Melbourne. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2020, Melbourne reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Melbourne
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Melbourne, 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 Melbourne
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Melbourne, 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 10 days of precipitation in Melbourne.
Daily UV index in August in Melbourne
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Melbourne, 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 Melbourne over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Melbourne, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Melbourne over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Melbourne, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Melbourne
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Melbourne. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Melbourne by month
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