Launceston weather in August (Tasmania)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Launceston during August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of August in Launceston typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in August. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 13°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Launceston in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 172 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Launceston. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Launceston, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 63%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 172 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tasmania in August

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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