Darwin weather in August (Northern Territory, Australia)

Planning a trip to Darwin in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Darwin, August is characterized by very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 33°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Darwin in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 2.9 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 316 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Darwin. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Darwin climate page with graphs.

 

Darwin, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2.9 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 40%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 316 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in August

Find out more about the weather in Australia in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Darwin in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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