August · Australia
Best time to visit Nitmiluk Gorge in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nitmiluk Gorge in August
Average temperature 26°C, 0 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 42% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 42%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Nitmiluk Gorge scores 7.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge is a series of sandstone canyons best seen by boat or canoe. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August in Nitmiluk Gorge: strong conditions, 4th of 12
August averages 26°C (79°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 7.9/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Flexible dates? July scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nitmiluk Gorge in August?
- In August, Nitmiluk Gorge averages 26°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Nitmiluk Gorge?
- August earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nitmiluk Gorge in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 42% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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