Sydney · August
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 64°F, low 47°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
64° / 47°F
Humidity
68%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
12 mph
What August feels like in Sydney
Sunrise
06:32
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:25
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
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 Sydney in August
The kit for August in Sydney: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile.
August vs the surrounding months
vs July
+1° avg high
+2 rain days
Sydney in July →
August
64°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs September
-4° avg high
0 rain days
Sydney in September →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Sydney in August?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Sydney in August?+
Average high 64°F, average low 47°F.
How does August compare to surrounding months in Sydney?+
Compared to July (avg high 62°F), August is warmer. Compared to September (avg high 68°F), August is cooler.
Does it rain often in Sydney in August?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in August, on average.