Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still cool 12.7°C (54.9°F), not significantly different from the 11.8°C (53.2°F) of July. Alton observes an average low-temperature of 7.2°C (45°F) during August.Humidity
June and August, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Alton, in August, during 17.1 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alton, there are 176 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
The only month with snowfall is August. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of snow.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 36min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:58 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are August temperatures?
What are the most humid months in Alton?
What is the average humidity in August?
How much does it rain in Alton in August?
When does it snow the most?
When does it start snowing?
What is the average length of the day in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
How long on average sun shines in August?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in August?
Average temperature in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in August: 12.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 7.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average pressure in August: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in August: 15.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).
Average rainfall in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in August: 65mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (30mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in August: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average UV index in August: 3
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, July and August (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in August: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Alton, New Zealand
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (9km).
