August · Australia
Best time to visit Canberra in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Canberra in August
Average temperature 8°C, 30 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 30 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Canberra scores 7.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 30 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Canberra's museums, lake and war memorial sit among the eucalyptus hills of the ACT.
August in Canberra: strong conditions, 8th of 12
August averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 30 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 daylight hours.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Canberra in August?
- In August, Canberra averages 8°C, 30 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Canberra?
- August earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Canberra in August?
- Expect about 30 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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