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August in North Head brings pleasant temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 88 mm (3.5 in) for the month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.
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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).
For North Head in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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