McLaren Vale weather in August (South Australia, Australia)

How does the August weather in McLaren Vale compare to other months? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, August in McLaren Vale includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 15°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

McLaren Vale in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 9 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 188 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit McLaren Vale. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized McLaren Vale climate page with graphs.

 

McLaren Vale, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 55% *  

Sunshine 188 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 70% *  

* Data from: Adelaide, Australia (32 KM, 20 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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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