August · Australia
Best time to visit Byron Bay in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Byron Bay in August
Average temperature 19°C, 45 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.6/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Byron Bay scores 6.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Byron Bay's lighthouse, surf breaks and hinterland waterfalls anchor Australia's easternmost point.
August in Byron Bay: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
With 19°C (66°F) on average, August delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 45 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Byron Bay — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Byron Bay in August?
- In August, Byron Bay averages 19°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Byron Bay?
- August earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Byron Bay in August?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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