Melbourne · August
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 57°F, low 44°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
57° / 44°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
14 mph
What August feels like in Melbourne
Sunrise
07:03
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:45
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Melbourne in August
The kit for August in Melbourne: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
+1° avg high
-1 rain days
Melbourne in July →
August
57°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
-5° avg high
0 rain days
Melbourne in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Melbourne in August?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in August?+
Average high 57°F, average low 44°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Melbourne?+
Compared to July (avg high 56°F), August is warmer. Compared to September (avg high 62°F), August is cooler.
Does it rain often in Melbourne in August?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in August, on average.