Monthly climate guide
Alice Springs weather in August
August in Alice Springs is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (76°F) and night-time lows near 7°C (45°F). The month usually brings about 1 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than July and 5°C cooler than September.
What stands out in August
- August brings late winter to Alice Springs — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 17°C.
- It warms up quickly from here: by September highs are about 5°C higher.
- Rain is well below Alice Springs's usual level (around 95% less).
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
24°C
76°F
Avg low
7°C
45°F
Rainfall
1 mm
very dry
Humidity
33%
relative
Sky
9%
cloud · mostly sunny
Alice Springs weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°C / 99°F | 23°C / 73°F | 51 mm | 35% | 47% |
| February | 36°C / 97°F | 21°C / 70°F | 34 mm | 34% | 35% |
| March | 34°C / 93°F | 19°C / 67°F | 31 mm | 37% | 32% |
| April | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 13 mm | 36% | 28% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 10°C / 50°F | 9 mm | 43% | 26% |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 6°C / 43°F | 3 mm | 49% | 23% |
| July | 21°C / 71°F | 6°C / 42°F | 7 mm | 44% | 15% |
| August | 24°C / 76°F | 7°C / 45°F | 1 mm | 33% | 9% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 12°C / 54°F | 5 mm | 26% | 18% |
| October | 34°C / 93°F | 16°C / 62°F | 8 mm | 24% | 29% |
| November | 36°C / 97°F | 20°C / 68°F | 20 mm | 26% | 41% |
| December | 37°C / 98°F | 22°C / 72°F | 42 mm | 32% | 50% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Alice Springs?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Alice Springs →Other Australia cities in August
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Alice Springs in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Alice Springs?
August is a reasonable time for Alice Springs: highs around 24°C and about 1 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Alice Springs in August?
Average highs are about 24°C (76°F) and average lows about 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Alice Springs in August?
Alice Springs typically gets around 1 mm of rain in August — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Alice Springs (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.