Sydney Weather in August

Average Temperatures in Sydney in August

The average high temperature in August is around 18 °C (64.4 °F) and the average low is 9 °C (48.2 °F). While some coastal cities like Perth, Adelaide, and Port Macquarie may occasionally experience frost, Sydney has never recorded temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F).

Average Sea Temperatures in Sydney in August

The average sea temperature in Sydney in August is 18.8 °C (65.8 °F). The water is too cold for comfortable swimming, but the scenic beaches of Sydney are still well worth visiting during winter. 

Average Sunshine Hours per Day in Sydney in August

There are many clear, sunny days in Sydney in August, with an average of 8 hours of bright winter sunshine per day. You’ll experience around 15 sunny and 7 cloudy days if you visit at this time of the year.  The sun sets between 6:47 am and 6:15 am at the end of the month and sets between 5:15 pm and 5:36 pm, which guarantees a day length of around 10.5 hours.

UV levels in Sydney in August

The maximum daily UV index in Sydney in August is 4, indicating a moderate risk from unprotected sun exposure.

Average Rainfall in Sydney in August

In Sydney, it rains on average 5 days during the month of August, with approximately 76 mm (3.0 in) precipitation. The relative humidity is around 62%, which is considered comfortable.

Is there snow in Sydney in August?

Although snow is extremely rare in Sydney (the last significant snowfall was reported in 1836), it may snow in some parts of New South Wales including the Blue Mountains, Orange, and the Upper Hunter. For skiing and snowboarding, head to Snowy Mountains, around 6 hour’s drive south of Sydney. The peak snow season is during late July and August.

Best Things to Do in Sydney in August

August brings a wide range of cultural, arts, and food events to Sydney. Here are the best ones to attend this month.  

The Sydney International Boat Show

The Sydney International Boat Show takes place during the first week of August. Here you can admire hundreds of vessels on display, from simple dinghies to superyachts and take part in fun activities, workshops, and presentations.

City2Surf

City2Surf is a popular event that brings together tens of thousands of competitive runners, walkers, and families with children to run, jog, or stroll the 14 km (8.6 mi) course from Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach.

Junipalooza Sydney

Junipalooza gin festival is Sydney’s annual celebration of all things juniper. Held over two days at the Carriageworks contemporary arts centre in August each year, the event gathers gin distillers from Australia and around the world.

Sydney Science Festival

The Sydney Science Festival highlights the latest developments in science, technology, and engineering. The program typically includes interactive science demonstrations, hands-on workshops, as well as panel discussions with leading Australian and international scientists.

Recommended Itineraries for Sydney in August

Ready to start planning your winter holiday in Sydney? First Light Travel’s Blog features more than 150 in-depth travel articles about Australia. Another great place to find inspiration is our Sydney and New South Wales Itineraries, filled with the best things to do in and around Sydney. And if you want to have an itinerary tailored to your interests, you can contact our Australia travel specialists who will help you create a perfect Sydney trip.