August · Australia
Best time to visit Melbourne in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Melbourne in August
Average temperature 11°C, 56 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Melbourne scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Laneway coffee, coastal baths, and arts precincts peak in November through March warmth.
August in Melbourne — reliably good (8th best month)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Melbourne — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Melbourne in August?
- In August, Melbourne averages 11°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Melbourne?
- August earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Melbourne in August?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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