Launceston weather in August

August in Launceston: cool, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit.
#10 of 12 months in Launceston · #620 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 72/100 (tier B)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Launceston climate normals — August
| Daytime high | 12°C / 54°F | 🙂 cool |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 5°C / 40°F | |
| Rainfall | 79 mm / 3.1 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 12 days | |
| Humidity | 86% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 7°C / 44°F | |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h/day | |
| Daylight | 10.5 h | |
| Wind | 18 km/h / 11 mph | |
| Snowfall | 0.5 cm / 0.2 in | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 23 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Launceston in August — FAQ
- Is August a good time to visit Launceston?
- August in Launceston: cool, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit. It ranks #10 of 12 months for Launceston on SeasonMap's comfort score (72/100).
- What is the weather like in Launceston in August?
- In August, Launceston averages a daily high of 12.3°C and a low of 4.7°C, with about 78.6 mm of rain over roughly 12.4 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Launceston in August?
- Launceston has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 23 in August.