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Eltham Weather in August

Eltham in August sees moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 72 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Eltham in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain, totalling around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Eltham in August

Daytime highs in Eltham in August reach 15°C (59°F), with nights around 6°C (43°F). During August, the winter season is in full swing. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Eltham in August

The city usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Wind Speed in Eltham in August

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during August. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in August

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Eltham. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Eltham Temperature in August

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Water Temperature
13°C (55°F) *
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
72 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 (18 KM, 11 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 Eltham in August

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 13°C (55°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Eltham 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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