August weather forecast
Wollongong, Australia

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Weather in August

August heralds the advent of spring in Wollongong with a noticeable rise in temperature and sea temperature from the previous month. While the cool and crisp chill gradually eases, the weather remains relatively dry and temperatures comfortable. Nonetheless, August is noted for rainfall standing at 83mm (3.27"), a sign of the impending wetter months. The lengthening daylight hours point towards the conclusion of winter and the impending arrival of spring.

Temperature

At the start of August, Wollongong's average high-temperature reaches a still comfortable 18.3°C (64.9°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Wollongong observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F) during the month of August.

Humidity

The least humid month in Wollongong is August, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

Rainfall

In August, in Wollongong, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wollongong, there are 137.3 rainfall days, and 1320mm (51.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Wollongong, in August, the average water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:37 pm AEST.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Wollongong in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.3°C (64.9°F) and 8.8°C (47.8°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Wollongong?

With an average relative humidity of 52%, August is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in August in Wollongong?

In Wollongong, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

How much does it rain in Wollongong in August?

In Wollongong, in August, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in August in Wollongong?

In Wollongong, in August, the average water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°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).

How many hours of daylight does Wollongong have in August?

The average day length in August is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Wollongong?

On the first day of August in Wollongong, Australia, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:37 pm AEST.

Average temperature in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average temperature in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (25.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

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Average humidity in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average humidity in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average rainfall in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average rainfall in August: 83.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (160.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (63.4mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average rainfall days in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average sea temperature in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (18.4°C).

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Average daylight in August
Wollongong, Australia

Average daylight in August - Wollongong, Australia
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

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