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Newcastle Weather in August
Newcastle in August averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
Rainfall in Newcastle in August
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 4 days of rain, with 25 mm (1 in) average for the month. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Newcastle in August
Newcastle has excellent weather in August, with days reaching 24°C (75°F) and nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Newcastle in August
The month enjoys around 308 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Newcastle.
Newcastle Temperature in August
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
12%
Precipitation
25 mm (1 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
48%
Sunshine
308 hours
Percentage Sunshine
70%
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Best Places in South Africa in August
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Newcastle in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Newcastle in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Newcastle 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in August
Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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17°C (63°F) Stellenbosch18°C (64°F) Bucket list
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