August in Canberra averages a daily high of 14.3°C with nights around 1.9°C. Expect roughly 10.7 wet days totalling 44mm. Generally workable, with some weather to plan around.
Across the year, the best time to visit Canberra is February–April.
Based on CANBERRA FORESTRY, AS (3.1km), 1995–2024. 26 years of August data.