The Pocket Weather in August

August in The Pocket sees daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) at night. The perfect weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in The Pocket in August

Typically, about 9 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in The Pocket in August

The perfect temperature in The Pocket in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°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 The Pocket in August

Enjoy a sunny month with about 240 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make The Pocket even more beautiful.

Average water temperature in August

The water is 22°C (72°F) this month — warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for The Pocket.

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The Pocket Temperature in August

Min Temperature 11°C (52°F)  

Max Temperature 21°C (70°F)  

Water Temperature 22°C (72°F) *  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 58 mm (2.3 in)  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 240 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Byron Bay, Australia (19 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in The Pocket in August

For The Pocket in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 22°C (72°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in The Pocket in August

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

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our The Pocket's climate page.

More climate data for The Pocket

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