August weather forecast
Newcastle, Australia

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Weather in August

In August, temperatures in Newcastle begin to rise slowly, indicating the onset of the warmer months. Rainfall remains relatively low, while the number of sunny days and daylight hours increase from July. The sea starts to warm up again, signalling a slow return of water-based activities. Throughout the month, the city experiences less cloudy days and a decrease in wind speed. While remaining on the cooler side, the weather becomes increasingly comfortable for exploring the outdoors.

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.4°C (63.3°F) in Newcastle, showing a slight difference from July's 16.3°C (61.3°F). Newcastle's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 10.8°C (51.4°F) during the nights of August.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall in Newcastle. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Newcastle, Australia, with an average sea temperature of 18.9°C (66°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 18.9°C (66°F), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Newcastle, Australia, is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Newcastle is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Newcastle, Australia. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Newcastle?

The high-temperature, in August, in Newcastle, records 17.4°C (63.3°F), while the low-temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).

What are the least humid months in Newcastle?

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in August in Newcastle?

In Newcastle, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

What is the driest month in Newcastle?

August is the month with the least rainfall in Newcastle. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Newcastle in August?

In Newcastle, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Newcastle?

With an average sea temperature of 18.9°C (66°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Newcastle.

What is the sea temperature in August in Newcastle?

In August, the average sea temperature is 18.9°C (66°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Newcastle?

The average day length in August in Newcastle, Australia, is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Newcastle?

On the first day of August in Newcastle, Australia, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:35 pm AEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newcastle have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Newcastle is 8.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newcastle?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Newcastle, Australia.

What is the UV index reading in August in Newcastle?

In Newcastle, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average temperature in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (10.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average pressure in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average wind speed in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (14.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average humidity in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (69%).

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Average rainfall in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average rainfall in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average rainfall in August: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average rainfall days in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (10.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average sea temperature in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.9°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average sunshine days in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average UV index in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average cloud cover in August - Newcastle, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in August
Newcastle, Australia

Average visibility in August - Newcastle, 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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