August weather forecast
Whangamata, New Zealand

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a mild month in Whangamata, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.5°C (56.3°F) and 7.8°C (46°F).

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a moderate 13.5°C (56.3°F) from July's 12.8°C (55°F) is noted in high-temperature. Whangamata's average low-temperature is measured at a frosty 7.8°C (46°F) during August.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Whangamata are June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Whangamata, during August, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. In Whangamata, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 733mm (28.86") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in water that is 15.2°C (59.4°F) is not enjoyable for most. Breathing becomes more challenging to manage as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Whangamata, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Whangamata, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Whangamata?

In August, in Whangamata, the average high-temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F).

What is the most humid month in Whangamata?

June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Whangamata.

What is the average humidity in August in Whangamata?

In August, the average relative humidity in Whangamata, New Zealand, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Whangamata in August?

In Whangamata, New Zealand, in August, during 18.1 rainfall days, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Whangamata?

The month with the coldest seawater in Whangamata is August, with an average sea temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Whangamata?

In Whangamata, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in August is 15.2°C (59.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Whangamata have in August?

In Whangamata, the average day length in August is 10h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Whangamata?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:55 pm NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Whangamata?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Whangamata.

How long on average sun shines in August in Whangamata?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Whangamata is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Whangamata?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Whangamata, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average temperature in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in August: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average pressure in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in August: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average wind speed in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average humidity in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, August and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average rainfall in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in August: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (84mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average UV index in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in August: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Whangamata, New Zealand

Average visibility in August - Whangamata, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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