Emerald Weather in August

August in Emerald brings moderate temperatures around 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 90 mm (3.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Emerald in August

You can expect rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data, averaging 90 mm (3.5 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Emerald in August

August in Emerald brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). The winter season takes place during August. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Emerald in August

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 166 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Emerald.

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Emerald Temperature in August

Min Temperature 6°C (43°F)  

Max Temperature 15°C (59°F)  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 90 mm (3.5 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 56% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 51% *  

* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (42 KM, 26 Miles).

What to Wear in Emerald 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Emerald 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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• January
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• March
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• May
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Emerald's climate page.

More climate data for Emerald

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