Port Augusta Climate by Month
The climate in Port Augusta is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to mild in the cooler months.
It maintains relatively low levels of precipitation throughout the seasons.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Port Augusta, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 6°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Port Augusta tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 282 mm of rain per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives moderate rainfall, averaging 30 mm of precipitation, recorded across 5 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, March brings less rainfall, with 14 mm over 5 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The best time of year to visit Port Augusta in Australia
During the months of April, May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of March and May are very dry.
January has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 30 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
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