Historic Australian dollar United States dollar

Australian dollar united states dollar history for August 2023. The highest quote for this month is 0.66057 (01/08/2023) and the lowest 0.67232 (01/08/2023). The difference between high and low is -1.78.

AUD USD average rate for August 2023 is 0.65082, the change between 01/08/2023 and 31/08/2023 is +4.47 %.

01 August 20231 AUD = 0.6717 USD
04 August 20231 AUD = 0.6561 USD
07 August 20231 AUD = 0.6574 USD
08 August 20231 AUD = 0.6573 USD
10 August 20231 AUD = 0.6537 USD
12 August 20231 AUD = 0.6501 USD
14 August 20231 AUD = 0.6495 USD
15 August 20231 AUD = 0.6488 USD
17 August 20231 AUD = 0.6415 USD
20 August 20231 AUD = 0.6406 USD
21 August 20231 AUD = 0.6415 USD
28 August 20231 AUD = 0.6417 USD

18/03/2020: COVID-19 pandemic impact

The Australian dollar experienced a sharp decline due to the global economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty in financial markets.

13/10/2011: Record high exchange rate

The Australian dollar reached a record high exchange rate of above $1.10 against the US dollar, driven by strong commodity demand and high interest rates.

06/10/2008: Global Financial Crisis

The Australian dollar experienced a significant decline due to the impact of the global financial crisis, reaching a low point of around $0.60 against the US dollar.

30/06/1996: Introduction of the polymer banknotes

Australia introduced polymer banknotes, replacing the paper-based banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.

08/03/1983: Floating of the Australian dollar

The Australian dollar was fully floated and allowed to fluctuate freely on the foreign exchange market, leading to increased volatility.

12/12/1971: End of the fixed exchange rate

Australia shifted from a fixed exchange rate to a flexible exchange rate, allowing market forces to determine the value of the Australian dollar.

13/02/1966: Decimalisation of the Australian currency

Australia adopted decimal currency, replacing the pound with the Australian dollar, symbol 'A$'.