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Melbourne in August
Little changes in Melbourne from July: highs stay near 56°F (14°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 73/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (14°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 44°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are October and December – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (72 → 73/100).
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Melbourne in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Lawns, lakes and fern gullies beside the Yarra River.
Why now August scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
ACMI
Free museum of film, TV and video games at Federation Square.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Caretaker's Cottage
Tiny 1914 bluestone cottage bar behind Wesley Church; World's 50 Best Bars listee known for its freezer martini.
Queen Victoria Market
Historic open-air market with deli halls and hot jam donuts.
Chin Chin
Busy Flinders Lane restaurant for Southeast Asian share plates.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in August
- Torquay in August~50 mi · highs 56°F, 3.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Port Campbell in August~120 mi · highs 56°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Melbourne in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Melbourne?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 73/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are October and December – April. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Melbourne in August?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in August?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.2 in (716 mm).
What should I pack for Melbourne in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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