Hunter Valley Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Hunter Valley, Australia in August.

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Pokolbin Cessnock Rothbury Lovedale

Considering a trip to the Hunter Valley, Australia this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Hunter Valley in August

The Hunter Valley, Australia is a region in Australia. August in the Hunter Valley generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. August is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Pokolbin.

For specific regional insights in the Hunter Valley, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rothbury with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Cessnock with 37 mm (1.5 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Pokolbin.

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Best Places to Visit in the Hunter Valley in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Hunter Valley

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Hunter Valley, Australia?

Temperature range in the Hunter Valley (August)

Precipitation variation in the Hunter Valley (August)

Pokolbin

In August Pokolbin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pokolbin →

Cessnock

In August Cessnock generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cessnock →

Rothbury

In August Rothbury generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Rothbury →

Lovedale

In August Lovedale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lovedale →

Mount View

In August Mount View generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mount View →

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In our records: Australia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Australia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest August night in Australia dropped to -13°C (9°F) in Thredbo on August 18, 2025.
  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Australia was -5°C (23°F) in Thredbo on August 5, 2020.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Hunter Valley in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pokolbin 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Cessnock 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Rothbury 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Lovedale 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Mount View 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Broke 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

The Hunter Valley weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Hunter Valley, Australia in August?

In August, the Hunter Valley, Australia generally has perfect weather conditions. Pokolbin sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in the Hunter Valley, Australia in August?

Pokolbin averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does the Hunter Valley, Australia get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Hunter Valley, Australia during August, with Pokolbin averaging close to 34 mm (1.3 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Hunter Valley, Australia?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Hunter Valley, Australia. Typically, the climate in Pokolbin is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Pokolbin. In contrast, January and February tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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