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Katoomba Weather in August
August in Katoomba brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). Expect some rainfall, with around 48 mm (1.9 in) typical for the month.
Rainfall in Katoomba in August
You can expect rain on around 11 days based on historical patterns, with 48 mm (1.9 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Katoomba in August
Daytime temperatures in Katoomba reach 15°C (59°F) in August, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Katoomba. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Katoomba Temperature in August
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
48 mm (1.9 in)
Rainy days
11 days
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Katoomba typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 6°C (43°F).
Average temperatures in August
Daily Historical Precipitation
47-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in August
Historical weather records for Katoomba in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Katoomba spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Katoomba historical weather extremes in August
Based on weather observations in Katoomba between 1990 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
- On August 23, 2009, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
- Katoomba experienced its chilliest August day on August 24, 1991, reaching only 2°C (36°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was -4°C (25°F) (August 2, 2001).
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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 Katoomba 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.
What To Do in Katoomba in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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