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Box Hill Weather in August

During August, Box Hill experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and cooler nights around 6°C (43°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 70 mm (2.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Box Hill in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain, totalling around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Box Hill in August

Daytime temperatures in Box Hill reach 15°C (59°F) in August, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. Winter occurs in August. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Box Hill in August

The area enjoys a balanced 166 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Box Hill in August

August has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in August

With water at 13°C (55°F), it's on the cooler side. Keen swimmers won't be put off, but those who prefer warm water may find it less enjoyable.

August in Box Hill can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Box Hill Temperature in August

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Water Temperature
13°C (55°F) *
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
56% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
166 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
51% *
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (14 KM, 9 Miles).

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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 Box Hill in August

The weather can be unpredictable in August, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 13°C (55°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Box Hill in August

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
    9/10

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