August weather forecastPalm Cove, Australia

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderately hot month in Palm Cove, Australia, with an average temperature varying between 17°C (62.6°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

August's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), showing little deviation from July's 25°C (77°F). During August, Palm Cove records an average temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) at night.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Palm Cove, in August, the average water temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: The allure of a swim in 24°C (75.2°F) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Palm Cove is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:10 pm AEST.

Sunshine

August through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Palm Cove.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 9 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize your safety. Without precautions, skin and eyes might get hurt quickly. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consistently applying sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF is a sure way to protect against sunburn and harmful radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Palm Cove, in August, the average high-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 26mm (1.02") of precipitation.

In August, in Palm Cove, Australia, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout August, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Palm Cove, in August, the average water temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24°C (75.2°F) water.

The average day length in August in Palm Cove is 11h and 34min.

On the first day of August in Palm Cove, Australia, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:10 pm AEST.

The months with the most sunshine in Palm Cove are August through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

In Palm Cove, the average sunshine duration in August is 8h.

In Palm Cove, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average high temperature in August: 26°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, November and December (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (25°C).

Average low temperature in August: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July and August (17°C).

Average rainfall in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average rainfall in August: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (366mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (26mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average rainfall days in August: 5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and February (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (4 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average sea temperature in August: 24°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (23.8°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average daylight in August: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in August: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are February, March, April and May (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in August
Palm Cove, Australia

Average UV index in August: 9

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).