Darwin vs Melbourne in August

Darwin is the better pick in August — 82 vs 77 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Darwin is sweltering, dry, clean air, while Melbourne is cool, a little rain, clean air.

Darwin vs MelbourneAugust climate, side by side

DarwinMelbourne
Comfort score82/100 (A)77/100 (B)
Feels-like high34°C13°C
Avg high / low33° / 20°16° / 8°
Rainfall1 mm52 mm
Rainy days110
Humidity56%76%
Air quality (AQI)3232

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Darwin vs Melbourne in August — FAQ

Is August better in Darwin or Melbourne?
Darwin is the better pick in August — 82 vs 77 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Darwin is sweltering, dry, clean air, while Melbourne is cool, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Darwin vs Melbourne in August?
In August, Darwin averages 33°C high / 20°C low with about 1 mm of rain; Melbourne averages 16°C high / 8°C low with about 52 mm.