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Cooktown Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F), August in Cooktown brings high temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Cooktown in August

Rain is expected on roughly 4 days, totalling around 24 mm (0.9 in) for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Cooktown in August

August tends to be one of the perfect months in Cooktown, with 26°C (79°F) in the afternoon and 21°C (70°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Cooktown.

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Cooktown Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm (0.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

Best Places in Australia 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 Cooktown in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Cooktown in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket.

What To Do in Cooktown in August

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

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

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