August weather forecastYeppoon, Australia
August
Weather in August
In August, Yeppoon weather experiences a slow warming trend, putting the cold spell of the previous month at bay. The winds start to shift and strengthen slightly, indicating the onset of spring. Sea temperatures remain lower, although they begin to rise slightly towards the end of the month. Sunshine experiences a rebound, with August displaying more sunshine hours compared to the proceeding month. Despite having less cloud cover, August experiences lesser rainfall.Temperature
As August takes hold, the average high-temperature is a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. The temperature in Yeppoon lowers to an average of 12.3°C (54.1°F) during August nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Yeppoon is 70%.Rainfall
In Yeppoon, in August, during 7.1 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 394mm (15.51") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°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).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.On the first day of August in Yeppoon, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:46 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 6.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Yeppoon are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average high temperature in August: 23.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 12.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average pressure in August: 1018.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average wind speed in August: 9.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average rainfall in August: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (10mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (6.6 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average sea temperature in August: 20.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (20.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average sunshine days in August: 22 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in August
Yeppoon, Australia
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
