August · Australia
Best time to visit Exmouth in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Exmouth in August
Average temperature 21°C, 6 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Exmouth scores 9.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Exmouth opens Ningaloo Reef for whale-shark swims and Cape Range coastal snorkel days. Best window: the drier Southern Hemisphere months.
August in Exmouth — one of the year's strongest windows (9th)
August averages 21°C (71°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 6 mm for the month, with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.2/10 puts this among the year's best months in Exmouth (9th of 12); only January scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Exmouth in August?
- In August, Exmouth averages 21°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Exmouth?
- August earns a 9.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Exmouth in August?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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