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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 excellent 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 excellent 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.
Cooktown Temperature in August
Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
24 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Cooktown Weather by Month
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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.
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Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Cooktown 3-Day Forecast
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