Temperature in New South Wales in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in New South Wales, Australia this August.

New South Wales, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Thredbo to 23°C (73°F) in Casino. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Casino and -1°C (30°F) in Thredbo.

What is the temperature of the different cities in New South Wales, Australia in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in New South Wales. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in New South Wales in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New South Wales temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New South Wales, Australia in August?

Expect daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Sydney. That makes August a pleasant month for New South Wales, Australia.

How cold does it get at night in New South Wales, Australia in August?

Average overnight lows in New South Wales, Australia during August sit near 11°C (52°F) in Sydney.

What is the warmest city in August in New South Wales, Australia?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Casino is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 23°C (73°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 8°C (46°F).

What is the coldest city in August in New South Wales, Australia?

The coldest city in August in New South Wales, Australia is Thredbo when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 9°C (48°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -1°C (30°F).

How much sun does New South Wales, Australia get in August?

Sydney enjoys close to 242 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

What is the water temperature in August?

Across New South Wales, Australia, sea temperatures in August range from cold at 16°C (61°F) in Sydney to good at 22°C (72°F) in Byron Bay — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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