August weather forecast
Napier, New Zealand

Progressing into August, Napier begins the shift from peak winter conditions to early spring signs. As a harbinger of Spring, the temperature and daylight hours gradually increase, though rainfall remains significant. The shoreline casts a distinctive vibe with more frequent tides and a slight increase in sea temperature. August manifests a slight rise in temperature, varying between 6.4°C (43.5°F) and 15.1°C (59.2°F). Napier gradually sheds its winter garments and gears up to welcome emerging Spring.

Temperature

The transition into August notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 15.1°C (59.2°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 14.1°C (57.4°F) in July. During the month of August, Napier anticipates a mean low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

In Napier, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout August, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Napier, there are 87.9 rainfall days, and 785mm (30.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Note: Being in 13.5°C (56.3°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Napier is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of August, in Napier, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:48 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.