Sheffield weather in August (Tasmania, Australia)

Planning a trip to Sheffield in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Sheffield generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 3°C.

Sheffield in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 171 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Sheffield. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sheffield climate page with graphs.

 

Sheffield, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 115 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 171 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Launceston, Australia (67 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sheffield in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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