New South Wales weather in August
Considering a trip to New South Wales this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in New South Wales in August?
New South Wales is a region in Australia. New South Wales offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Thredbo at 9°C to warm in Casino at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Casino and -1°C in Thredbo.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bourke with an average of 13 mm to high rainfall in Thredbo with 101 mm. Meanwhile, Sydney enjoys approximately 242 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in New South Wales for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our New South Wales climate page.
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Popular destinations in New South Wales
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in New South Wales?
Average weather in Sydney
In August Sydney generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Byron Bay
In August Byron Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Jindabyne
In August Jindabyne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in The Entrance
In August The Entrance generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Merimbula
In August Merimbula generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in New South Wales, in Australia.
Is August the best time to visit New South Wales?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Sydney, August may not be the ideal time to visit New South Wales.
On average, the best time to visit New South Wales is in January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Sydney.
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