August · Australia
Best time to visit Sydney Opera House in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sydney Opera House in August
Average temperature 14°C, 91 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 91 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Sydney Opera House scores 7.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 14°C, 91 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Harbor sails and forecourt light shine across November through March warmth.
August in Sydney Opera House: strong conditions, 7th of 12
Temperatures hover around 14°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 91 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sydney Opera House in August?
- In August, Sydney Opera House averages 14°C, 91 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Sydney Opera House?
- August earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sydney Opera House in August?
- Expect about 91 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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