August weather forecastAdelaide, Australia
August
Weather in August
August cherishes the frosty end of winter followed by the welcoming warmth of spring. The temperatures exhibit a mild increase to an average high of 14.5°C (58.1°F). Adelaide experiences heightened gust speeds up to 25.6km/h (15.9mph), marking them as the highest of the year. The city's flora nods to the impending spring, showcasing robust colors. Shimmering under 10.8 hours of daylight, this month harbors the commencement of a mellow transition towards Spring, expected to fully arrive in September.Temperature
With August's advent, Adelaide sees an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F), subtly shifted from July's 13.9°C (57°F). In August, the temperature drops to an average of 9.1°C (48.4°F) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Adelaide is 72%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.Sea temperature
August through October, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: Swimming in 15°C (59°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of August, in Adelaide, Australia, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:56 pm ACST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Adelaide.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Adelaide is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average high temperature in August: 14.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 9.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average pressure in August: 1018.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average wind speed in August: 16.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (58%).
Average rainfall in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average rainfall in August: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (16mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average sea temperature in August: 15°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (15°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average cloud cover in August: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Adelaide, Australia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
