August weather forecast
Otaio, New Zealand

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a wintry month in Otaio, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between -3°C (26.6°F) and 3.3°C (37.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still cold 3.3°C (37.9°F), barely varying from July's 2.4°C (36.3°F). Otaio's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of -3°C (26.6°F) during the nights.

Humidity

August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Otaio, in August, during 5.7 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otaio, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otaio are January through December. In Otaio, New Zealand, in August, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 954mm (37.56") of snow. In Otaio, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Otaio is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Otaio, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during August translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is August in Otaio?

The high-temperature, in August, in Otaio, is 3.3°C (37.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to -3°C (26.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Otaio?

The months with the highest humidity in Otaio, New Zealand, are August and October, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in August in Otaio?

The average relative humidity in August in Otaio is 89%.

How many days does it rain in August in Otaio?

In Otaio, New Zealand, in August, during 5.7 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in August in Otaio?

In Otaio, in August, during 16.3 snowfall days, 954mm (37.56") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Otaio have in August?

In August, the average day length is 10h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Otaio?

On the first day of August in Otaio, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:06 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Otaio?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Otaio is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Otaio?

In Otaio, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average snowfall in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in August: 954mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in August: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
Otaio, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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