August · Australia
Best time to visit Launceston in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Launceston in August
Average temperature 8°C, 59 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 59 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Launceston scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 59 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Launceston anchors northern Tasmania-Cataract Gorge walks, Tamar Valley wine, and highland day trips. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
August in Launceston — middling scores, decent value
August averages 8°C (47°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 59 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight.
It scores 5.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 4.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Launceston in August?
- In August, Launceston averages 8°C, 59 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Launceston?
- August earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Launceston in August?
- Expect about 59 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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