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Victoria Weather in August

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

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Planning a trip to Victoria, Australia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Victoria in August

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. The weather in Victoria in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. During August, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Dinner Plain at 9°C (48°F) to pleasant in Mildura at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Mildura and 0°C (32°F) in Dinner Plain.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to high rainfall in Marysville with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Melbourne typically sees 166 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Victoria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Victoria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Melbourne)

January26°C (79°F) February26°C (79°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May17°C (63°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October20°C (68°F) November22°C (72°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Victoria in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Victoria.

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 Victoria

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

Temperature range in Victoria (August)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (August)

Melbourne

In August Melbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
166 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
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Daylesford

In August Daylesford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Bendigo

In August Bendigo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
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Warrnambool

In August Warrnambool generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
good
Climate in Warrnambool →

Ballarat

In August Ballarat generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Victoria, in Australia.

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 Victoria in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Daylesford 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Bendigo 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Warrnambool 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Ballarat 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Hepburn Springs 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Victoria weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Victoria, Australia in August?

Victoria, Australia typically experiences good weather in August, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Melbourne average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Victoria, Australia in August?

Melbourne averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Victoria, Australia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Victoria, Australia. Melbourne averages only about 59 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Melbourne, August may not be the ideal time to visit Victoria, Australia.

On average, the best time to visit Victoria, Australia is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Melbourne. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be good.

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