Late winter · Weather & things to do
Torquay in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.4 in (86 mm) falling in Torquay, alongside highs near 56°F (13°C) and lows of 49°F (10°C).
Its comfort score of 69/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 49°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.4 in (86 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.6 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (69 → 69/100).
- Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Torquay in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Surf Coast Walk
Coastal walk linking Torquay, Jan Juc, Bells and Point Addis.
Why now August scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bells Beach
Surf break and home of the Rip Curl Pro each Easter; good lookouts.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bomboras
Beachside kiosk and bar overlooking Fisherman's Beach.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fisho's Torquay
Fish-and-chips shop serving fresh seafood.
Blackman's Brewery
Local brewery with a taproom.
Nearby in August
- Melbourne in August~50 mi · highs 56°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Port Campbell in August~75 mi · highs 56°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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.
Torquay in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Torquay?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 69/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Great Ocean Road route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Torquay in August?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Torquay in August?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.1 in (764 mm).
What should I pack for Torquay in August?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Torquay in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.