Alice Springs Weather in August

August in Alice Springs sees daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with excellent weather, it's a great time to visit.

Rainfall in Alice Springs in August

Enjoy minimal rain interruptions this month. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. The climate data from previous years indicates about 4 days of rain, averaging 4.5 mm (0.2 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Alice Springs in August

The excellent temperature in Alice Springs in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 24°C (75°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. August is in the winter season. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights fall to 7°C (45°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Alice Springs in August

With approximately 312 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Alice Springs in August

Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s (2 knots) in August. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Alice Springs.

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Alice Springs Temperature in August

Min Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Max Temperature 24°C (75°F)  

Chance of Rain 13%  

Precipitation 4.5 mm (0.2 in)  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 30%  

Windspeed 1 m/s (2 knots)  

Sunshine 312 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 89%  

What to Wear in Alice Springs in August

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in August. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Alice Springs in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Alice Springs's climate page.

More climate data for Alice Springs

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed

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