Moreton Island weather in August
August – the last month of winter – is a pleasant time to visit Moreton Island, despite the milder temperatures.
You can expect mild weather, sunny skies and eight hours of sunshine daily, with little or no rainfall.
How hot is it in Moreton Island in August?
In August, daytime temperatures usually reach 22°C (71°F) in Moreton Island, with low to moderate heat and humidity, falling to 15°C (59°F) at night.
However, on the warmest days of the month, temperatures may climb to around 26°C (78°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Moreton Island in August?
The average dew point temperature in Moreton Island in August is 11°C (52°F), which feels comfortable.
How sunny is it in Moreton Island in August?
There are more than eight hours of bright sunshine each day in Moreton Island in August – that's around 78% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in August?
Sunrise is around 6:15am with sunset around 5:25pm.
How warm is the sea in Moreton Island in August?
The average sea temperature in Moreton Island in August is 21°C (69°F), which is cold for swimming in comfort.
Does it rain in Moreton Island in August?
Moreton Island has 43mm (1.7in) of rainfall on average in August, distributed across five days.
How windy is it in Moreton Island in August?
August has an average hourly wind speed of 15 kilometres per hour (9 mph; 8 knots).
What to do in Moreton Island in August?
August is a good time to enjoy the island’s beaches and hiking trails, but swimming, snorkelling and diving only if you can tolerate cold water.
Local holidays?
Ekka (Royal Queensland Show, Brisbane) – 2nd week of August.
Moreton Island weather in August
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High Temp: 22°C (71°F) |
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Low Temp: 15°C (59°F) |
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Sunshine: 8 hours per day |
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Daylight: 11 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 15 km/h (9 mph; 8 knots) |
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Wet Days: 5 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 43 mm (1.7 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Mild heat; ≤ 0 muggy days |
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UV Index: High |
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Sea Temp: 21°C (69°F) |
Weather station: Cape Moreton Lighthouse, located on the north-eastern tip of Moreton Island. Source: Bureau of Meteorology (BoM). Climate data collected during 1991 to 2020.
Best time to visit Moreton Island
Anytime. For hot-weather activities on the beach or poolside, the best time to visit Moreton Island is during summer between December and March.
However, winter and early spring – June through September – is also considered a good time to visit Moreton Island as the weather is sunny and mild, with little or no rainfall.
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Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices. Dew point temperature measures moisture content in the atmosphere: a higher dew point feels more humid, while a lower dew point feels drier.
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Latest update: Moreton Island weather in August: 16 July, 2024
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