August · Australia
Best time to visit Geelong in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Geelong in August
Average temperature 11°C, 43 mm of rain, about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.0/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 4
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Geelong scores 7.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Geelong is Victoria’s waterfront city on Port Phillip Bay-gateway to the Great Ocean Road and Bellarine wine. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
August in Geelong: strong conditions, 10th of 12
Expect 11°C (52°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 43 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 7/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Geelong — 3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Geelong in August?
- In August, Geelong averages 11°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Geelong?
- August earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Geelong in August?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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