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Ross River Weather in August

August in Ross River sees daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Ross River in August

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 4 days with rain, averaging 18 mm (0.7 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Ross River in August

The excellent temperature in Ross River in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 27°C (81°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Ross River in August

The month enjoys around 279 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Ross River in August

August has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in August

With water at 22°C (72°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period, it feels comfortable straight away.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Ross River.

Ross River Temperature in August

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Water Temperature
22°C (72°F) *
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
18 mm (0.7 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
66% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
279 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Townsville, Australia (7 KM, 4 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Ross River in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 22°C (72°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Ross River in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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