August · Australia
Best time to visit Hervey Bay in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hervey Bay in August
Average temperature 20°C, 34 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 34 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Hervey Bay scores 7.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 34 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hervey Bay is whale-watching central opposite Fraser Island-calm water and winter humpback migrations. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August holds up well in Hervey Bay — 9th best month
August averages 20°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 34 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 daylight hours.
It scores 7.4/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? November scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hervey Bay in August?
- In August, Hervey Bay averages 20°C, 34 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Hervey Bay?
- August earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hervey Bay in August?
- Expect about 34 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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