Temperature
Cold by day, freezing at night.
41°Ftypical August high
Perisher
Australia · Oceania
Perisher is most comfortable around July–August. Typical daytime highs range from 38–67°F through the year. Rain varies by season.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
25°F to 67°F
Rain
11 days/mo
Sunshine
10.2 h/day
Air feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Frequent snow or mixed precipitation this month.
39%wet-day frequency
Precip amountWet-day chanceSnowfall
Sunshine
Wintry precipitation and cloud limit sunshine.
8.7 hAugust sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Humidity is rarely noticeable in the cool air.
Very dryAugust Heat feel
Easy airWarm air
Hourly temperature pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 32° and nights feel near 20°.
FreezingVery coldColdCoolNight hours
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
40%August clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAugust Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
More detailIncludes daypart comfort
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 38°F, easing to about 32°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning93°F
Rain21%
Cloud57%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityLow
Midday104°F
Rain25%
Cloud58%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Late afternoon101°F
Rain23%
Cloud57%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityLow
Best windowEarly evening89°F
Rain19%
Cloud56%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Similar climates
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Perisher with Bariloche.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Aug 7, 2026
Data & methodology