Launceston weather in August

Launceston, Australia
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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 high12°C / 54°F🙂 cool
Nighttime low5°C / 40°F
Rainfall79 mm / 3.1 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days12 days
Humidity86%💦 very humid
Dew point7°C / 44°F
Sunshine7.6 h/day
Daylight10.5 h
Wind18 km/h / 11 mph
Snowfall0.5 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.

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