August weather forecast
Gold Coast, Australia

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Weather in August

August presents a slight weather rebound on the Gold Coast from the colder July, with average high temperatures rising to 20.1°C (68.2°F). Nature blooms under the minimum cloud coverage of 19%, the lowest for the year. With increased sunlight, outdoor enthusiasts find days longer and warmer to carry out their activities. Despite cooler sea temperatures, beaches continue to painted in hues of orange and purple during sunsets. On the whole, August acts as a tranquil period before the arrival of spring.

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Gold Coast reports an average high-temperature of an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. August witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a refreshing 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Gold Coast, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Gold Coast, during August, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gold Coast, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 338mm (13.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Gold Coast is August, with an average sea temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F). As the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

In Gold Coast, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Gold Coast, the average sunshine in August is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gold Coast are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Gold Coast?

The high-temperature, in August, in Gold Coast, is 20.1°C (68.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 14.7°C (58.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Gold Coast?

August is the least humid month in Gold Coast, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in August in Gold Coast?

In Gold Coast, Australia, the average relative humidity in August is 68%.

How much does it rain in Gold Coast in August?

In Gold Coast, during August, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Gold Coast?

The month with the coldest seawater in Gold Coast is August, with an average sea temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Gold Coast?

In August, the average sea temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F). Swimming in 21.4°C (70.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Gold Coast have in August?

In Gold Coast, Australia, the average day length in August is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gold Coast?

On the first day of August in Gold Coast, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gold Coast have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Gold Coast, Australia, is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gold Coast?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gold Coast, Australia, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Gold Coast?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average temperature in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average high temperature in August: 20.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average pressure in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average wind speed in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average humidity in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average humidity in August: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall in August: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average rainfall days in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sea temperature in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in August: 21.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (21.4°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average sunshine days in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

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Average UV index in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average UV index in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average cloud cover in August - Gold Coast, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in August
Gold Coast, Australia

Average visibility in August - Gold Coast, 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).

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