August weather forecast
Gold Coast, Australia

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is an agreeable month in Gold Coast, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°C (68.2°F) and an average low of 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in July - an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F). In Gold Coast, the average low-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gold Coast, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 338mm (13.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Gold Coast.
Note: For most, swimming in 21.4°C (70.5°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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 5:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AEST.

Sunshine

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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in August transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Gold Coast?

In August, in Gold Coast, Australia, the average high-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Gold Coast?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Gold Coast?

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

How much does it rain in Gold Coast in August?

In Gold Coast, Australia, in August, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.

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

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

What is the sea temperature in August in Gold Coast?

In August, the average sea temperature in Gold Coast, Australia, 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).

What is the average length of the day in August in Gold Coast?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Gold Coast?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Gold Coast?

The average sunshine duration in August in Gold Coast is 6.9h.

What are the months 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 intensity in August in Gold Coast?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's 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 8min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 53min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 54min

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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